Part-Time Bookkeeper - Precision in Zoo Finances

Chattanooga Zoo; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Chattanooga Zoo is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to join the Zoo Crew. The ideal candidate is passionate about numbers, detail-oriented, and committed to accurate data and spreadsheets.

The role focuses on general ledger maintenance, invoice processing, and cash reconciliation to support the Zoo's financial health. Responsibilities include cash reconciliation, bank deposits, credit card verification, vendor payments, and maintaining financial records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of relevant college coursework.
• Minimum one (1) year relevant, hands-on experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel is required.
• Experience / knowledge of Sage Intact and Bill.com preferred.
• Any combination of equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling daily cash receipts and recording cash transactions.
• Prepare bank deposits.
• Verification and reconciliation of credit card transactions and receipts.
• Invoice processing and reconciliation.
• Posting checks and vendor payments.
• Maintain electronic and physical financial records.
• Assist in account analysis and account coding.
• Log transactions and create and utilize spreadsheets.
• Assist with audits, forecasts, and other financial planning.
• Handle incoming mail, scan and photocopy documents.
• Filing, mailing, and other duties as assigned.
• Please see Full Job Description below.

Skills

Excel

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Confidential handling

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Two years college coursework

1 year hands-on experience

Tools

Sage Intact

Bill.com

Job description

Chattanooga Zoo is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to join the Zoo Crew. The ideal candidate is passionate about numbers, detail-oriented, and committed to accurate data and spreadsheets.

The role focuses on general ledger maintenance, invoice processing, and cash reconciliation to support the Zoo's financial health. Responsibilities include cash reconciliation, bank deposits, credit card verification, vendor payments, and maintaining financial records.