Finance & Accounting Specialist Consultant (Contractual)

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Lead2Change, Inc. is currently seeking a part-time Finance & Accounting Specialist Consultant (Contractual).

Position Summary:

The Finance and Accounting Specialist manages the organization’s daily financial operations, including bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and bank and credit card reconciliations using QuickBooks Online. This role prepares monthly and year-end financial statements for leadership and the Board, ensures compliance with internal controls and tax filings, and supports grant reporting and audits. The position collaborates with staff, vendors, and external partners to maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely, compliant financial reporting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Financial Operations
• Enter and maintain monthly receipts, expenditures, accounts payable/receivable, and credit card transactions in QuickBooks Online
• Review transactions for accuracy, proper documentation, and approval compliance.
• Review and complete journal entries on monthly credit card and expense reports to ensure compliance with internal policy.
• Prepare and make bank deposits and entries.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures outlining the accounting functions of Lead2Change

Payroll & Tax Compliance

• Process monthly payroll for staff and contractors using ADP.
• Prepare and file W-2s, 1099s, and sales and use tax returns.
• Complete annual filings with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (WDFI).

Budgeting & Financial Reporting

• Enter and maintain the approved annual budget in QuickBooks Online.
• Produce monthly and year-end financial statements for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Prepare monthly reimbursement reports for external vendors.

Grants, Audits & Fund Development Support

• Provide financial data to support grant applications and tracking
• Generate financial reports for grant awards, audits, and fiscal agents
• Gather and assemble documentation required for annual audits

Other Responsibilities

• Attend weekly individual and monthly staff meetings.
• Attends monthly finance committee meetings and provides monthly updates and requested finance reports at each meeting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

• This is a hybrid contractual position that requires 10-12 hours per week.
• One scheduled shift is required to work in the office.

Qualifications:

• An Associate Degree in Finance/Accounting or in a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of related work experience in accounting.
• Experience working with QuickBooks Online and ADP payroll system.
• Familiarity with working with a non-profit organization.

Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics You Should Bring:

• Knowledge of basic finance and accounting concepts.
• Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite applications: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information from various sources and in different formats.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organized, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.

Target Contract Range:

• $850 per month

About Lead2Change, Inc.

Lead2Change is a premier career-readiness organization that prepares, empowers, and strengthens Milwaukee's future talent pipeline. With a robust curriculum, immersive summer program, and networking opportunities, Lead2Change cultivates leaders ready to succeed in college, their careers, and their community. Since 2011, Lead2Change has served more than 1,000 young people. For more information about Lead2Change and our programs, please see https://lead2changeinc.org/

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:

Tanika Reesnes

Human Resources Consultant

reesnest@lead2changeinc.org

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $850.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Ability to Commute:

• Milwaukee, WI 53205 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53205: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, WI 53205