Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper

Reports To: Executive Director Employment Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Schedule: Approximately 10–15 hours per week, with flexibility to increase hours based on organizational needs. Some hybrid / remote work may be permitted.

Compensation: $20–25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional hours or higher rate may be considered based on experience and organizational needs.

Location: Washtenaw County, MI with hybrid / remote flexibility as approved

About Our House

Our House is a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting youth who have experienced foster care or similar challenges. Through mentoring, housing support, life skills education, and health and wellness programming, we work to build a strong safety net that helps young people develop stability, confidence, and independence.

At Our House, we believe meaningful change happens through relationships and community. Our team values compassion, authenticity, collaboration, and a sense of humor in the face of challenging work.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Bookkeeper who can help strengthen the organization’s financial systems and support the responsible stewardship of resources that make this work possible. This role plays an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting accountability to funders and partners, and helping ensure the long-term stability of the organization.

Position Summary

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the day-to-day accounting functions of the organization. This position ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded, reconciled, and organized in accordance with nonprofit accounting practices.

The Bookkeeper works closely with the Executive Director, Office Manager, CPA, and Board Finance Committee to support payroll coordination, expense tracking, grant reporting, and preparation of financial reports. This role requires strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

This position maintains financial records but does not have sole authority over financial approvals, banking, or payroll decisions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records using accounting software (QuickBooks or similar)
• Record and categorize income and expenses
• Process accounts payable and track invoices
• Track reimbursements and credit card transactions
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with payroll coordination with payroll provider (Paychex)
• Track expenses by program, grant, or funding source
• Assist with budget tracking and financial reports
• Prepare financial information for CPA and audit as requested
• Assist with preparation of reports for the Board Finance Committee
• Maintain organized financial files and documentation
• Communicate with the Executive Director regarding financial questions or concerns

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with tracking grant-related expenses when needed
• Support preparation of reports for funders or audits
• Assist with setting up financial systems or tracking tools as needed
• Help ensure financial procedures are followed according to agency policy

The Bookkeeper may also assist with special projects related to finance or reporting as assigned.

Separation of Duties

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining financial records but does not have sole authority over financial approvals, bank accounts, or payroll decisions.

All financial transactions are subject to review and approval according to agency policy and oversight by the Executive Director, CPA, and Board Finance Committee.

Qualifications

• Experience with bookkeeping or accounting required
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software preferred
• Experience with nonprofit accounting preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic knowledge of payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting
• Ability to organize and maintain records

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations
• Experience with grant tracking or fund accounting
• Experience working with CPA or audits
• Experience coordinating payroll with a payroll service
• Experience working in small organizations with multiple responsibilities

Schedule & Work Environment

• Approximately 10–15 hours per week
• Hours may increase based on organizational needs
• Hybrid / remote work may be permitted
• Occasional on-site work may be required
• Flexible schedule available with approval

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement

Our House is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, and those with lived experience in foster care or similar systems, to apply.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Duties may be modified based on organizational needs.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ypsilanti, MI 48197