Bookkeeper / Entry-Level Accountant

About Mana Maoli

Mana Maoli is a Native Hawaiian nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the ʻike, creativity, leadership, and well-being of Hawaiʻi's youth through culture, music, education, and community engagement. Through our Mana Mele Project, artist mentorships, multimedia programs, school partnerships, and community events, we serve thousands of youth and families across Hawaiʻi each year.

Position Overview

Mana Maoli is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Bookkeeper / Entry-Level Accountant to support the financial health and sustainability of our organization.

This position will assist with day-to-day bookkeeping, financial recordkeeping, grant and program tracking, reporting, payroll support, and other accounting-related functions. The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, comfortable working with numbers, and interested in supporting a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Hawaiʻi's youth and communities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records in Quickbooks
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Reconcile bank accounts and electronic payment systems (for example Paypal)
• Assist with payroll administration and related reporting
• Support grant budget tracking and expenditure monitoring
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports
• Maintain financial documentation and digital records
• Coordinate with External CPA, Auditors, and Tax Professionals
• Perform other finance and administrative duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and bookkeeping practices, including GAAP, Accounts Payable (A/P) , Accounts Receivable (A/R), payroll support, reconciliations, and monthly close.
• 2 Years Experience with QuickBooks or comparable accounting software
• Trustworthy and dependable, with a strong sense of accountability and follow-through
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations
• Familiarity with grant-funded programs and reporting
• Experience supporting audits or financial compliance processes
• Experience with 1099 reporting and General Excise Tax (GET) compliance
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred (Equivalent experience may be considered)

What We Offer

• Meaningful work supporting youth and communities throughout Hawaiʻi
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Flexible work environment where appropriate
• The chance to contribute to innovative programs at the intersection of culture, education, music, and community impact

To apply:

1) Check to see if you meet the minimum qualifications.

2) If you do, email recruitment@manamaoli.org – in the subject heading, please enter the position you are applying for, followed by your name.

3) Attach a resume and cover letter, which can speak to why you are applying, and any skills/experiences that show your qualifications for the position(s) you are applying for, especially if not evident in your resume.

4) Please give an honest self-assessment, based on a 1-10 scale, with 1 being no experience, and 10 being extremely experienced/skilled:

• Overall bookkeeping experience
• Experience/competency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience with nonprofit grant accounting

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Honolulu, HI 96822