Full-Charge Bookkeeper -- Part Time or Contract

Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden (CSRG) is seeking a part time (20-30 hours per month) or contract full-charge bookkeeper. Ideal candidate is proficient with Quickbooks Online and Excel, familiar with nonprofit accounting, and comfortable being the sole person responsible for everything financial.

Candidate Must

• Be PROFICIENT with QUICKBOOKS ONLINE and Excel -- these skills are REQUIRED
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be able to work remotely and travel to our SE Portland office at least weekly. Position may transition to on-site and/or more hours in the future.

We are looking for someone with a strong nonprofit bookkeeping background who is self-motivated, a team player, possesses superior attention to detail, has excellent written and verbal communication skills, and is willing to help with non-accounting functions when needed. We place a high value on integrity, teamwork, providing exceptional service to volunteers and visitors, and maintaining a positive company culture.

Salary range: $30-$40/hour DOE

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of best principles and practices of financial management for nonprofits
• Ability to complete every part of full-cycle accounting
• Verifiable proficiency with QuickBooks ONLINE -- REQUIRED
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Familiar with ADP payroll; ADP PEO services preferred
• Solid command of GAAP
• Experience with grant accounting
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and effective time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Superb written and verbal communication skills
• A degree or equivalent work-related experience in accounting
• Experience with financial audits and human resources (HR) a plus

Job Description

• Full-cycle accounting using QuickBooks Online, including AP, AR, and JE
• Work with Executive Director to create and execute yearly budget
• Monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and year-end financials
• Month-end and year-end closing
• Payroll and benefits management via ADP
• Prepare of 990s
• Reconcile accounts
• Administer and reconcile grant finances
• Obtain and oversee fiscal audits
• Report to the Board of Directors
• Interface with vendors, members, and government agencies
• Assist with special projects, events and other duties as assigned

Additional Information

• Clean background check required
• MUST be PROFICIENT with Quickbooks Online and Excel
• Hybrid to start
• MUST be able to travel to our SE Portland, Oregon office at least weekly
• 20-30 hours per month to start
• Report directly to Executive Director
• Valid driver’s license and reliable method of transportation required
• 3-month probationary period
• As a garden-based nonprofit, some work may take place outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Employees may be required to lift or move items weighing approximately 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualifying needs.

About Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden

CSRG is a 9.5 acre public garden in Portland, Oregon with a mission is to inspire joy, curiosity, and replenishment within a serene rhododendron garden and a vision of creating a sanctuary of tranquil beauty for the wellbeing of all. CSRG is a partnership between the Portland Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society (PCARS) and the City of Portland. PCARS is the employer for this position. For more information, visit csrgpdx.org.

To Apply

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@csrgpdx.org. In the cover letter, indicate whether you are applying for a part time or contract position as well as how many years of QuickBooks Online, Excel, and full-cycle accounting experience you have. Also include in the cover letter a description of what excites you about working for Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden and why you are the best candidate for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PCARS is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment of any type regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

JOB APPLICANTS ONLY. NO RECRUITERS.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97202