Job Summary:
Community Harvest is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account analysis, and assisting with various financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience with accounting, possess strong analytical skills, and be proficient in using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manages all aspects of weekly payroll processing -- collecting and verifying employee data, computing wages, complete employment verifications and garnishments, and ensure employees receive correct payment.
• Screens daily timecards, enters timecard data, reviews keyed entries, and verifies accuracy of data entry both daily and weekly for reasonableness and consistency. Communicates with supervisors to correct and fix timecard issues.
• Record, summarize, evaluate, and report financial transactions.
• Responsible for handling account analysis, which is the overall process of managing financial transactions.
• Coordinating annual audits.
• Act as a liaison between the organization and external IT service providers.
• Facilitate communication and coordinate efforts between employees and IT service providers.
• Serve as a mediator to resolve any issues or conflicts between the organization and external IT services.
• Assist in the interpretation of technical jargon and communicate it effectively to non-technical staff.
• Provide basic technical support and troubleshooting assistance to internal teams.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of IT vendors and services.
• Maintain documentation related to IT processes, procedures, and vendor contracts.
• Maintain accurate records of asset allocations to employees.
• Ensure compliance with relevant IT policies, procedures, and regulations.

PHYSICAL/LIFE SKILLS/PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent organization and telephone skills are mandatory
• Advanced Mathematical skills and strong attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficient with payroll software
• Professionally mature with the ability to handle multiple priorities and work independently under general supervision
• Dependable and Punctual
• Ability to accurately transcribe and/or extract information from drafts, notes, and memos
• Must be willing/able to work overtime and weekends as requested
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Must have reliable means of transportation to and from work
• Must be willing to travel, including overnight or longer
• Be able to work with a high level of professional integrity & confidentiality
• Must have strong sense of meeting deadlines and follow up capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent ability to work with a diverse group of people with successful results
• Ability to work under conditions that generate frequent interruptions and maintain accuracy of detail under pressure of meeting deadlines
• Ability to detect errors in correspondence or printed materials.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Four-year college degree preferred
• Three to Five years Bookkeeper experience preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation.

If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for numbers and financial management, we encourage you to apply for the position of Bookkeeper. Join our team and contribute to the success of our organization while supporting an organization focused on ending hunger.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No nights
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Wayne, IN 46816: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person