What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Bookkeeper position at Summit Coffee?
Summit Coffee is seeking a dependable, highly detailed, and curious Part-Time Bookkeeper to
join our team. This role supports the financial operations across our growing hospitality brand -- including Retail Cafes, Roastery, Bakery, Creamery, Franchising, and Summit Farms. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will provide hands-on operational support for daily transaction entry, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), receipt matching, and routine account maintenance.
No prior bookkeeping experience? No problem. While a background in finance or math is a
plus, we are fully prepared to train the right person. If you are naturally organized, love working
with numbers, possess exceptional attention to detail, and have an eagerness to learn financial
management from the ground up, this role is a great fit.
Note on Growth: This position will begin as a part-time role (12–20 hours/week) through at least
mid-2027, but there is potential for this role to expand over time.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounts Payable (AP) & Purchasing Support
2. Accounts Receivable (AR) & Collections Support
3. Weekly Financial Upkeep & Monthly Close Process
4. Administrative Accounts & Special Projects
Core Competencies & Qualifications
Must-Haves
● Meticulous Attention to Detail: High accuracy when working with numbers, data entry,
and documentation.
● Interest in Numbers & Finance: A genuine curiosity or interest in budgeting, money
management, business operations, or accounting.
● Eagerness & Willingness to Learn: High coachability and excitement to learn new
financial tools, processes, and skills.
● Strong Communication: Clear, courteous written and verbal communication skills for
interacting with vendors, store managers, and leadership.
● Discretion & Integrity: Absolute trustworthiness and maturity when handling sensitive
financial data.
● Tech Comfort: Familiarity with basic digital tools (Google Workspace: Sheets, Docs,
Gmail) and comfort learning specialized software.