Bookkeeper

Reconstructing Judaism seeks a full-time Bookkeeper for its rabbinical college and movement headquarters. Reporting dually to the Director of Operations and to the Controller of Reconstructing Judaism, this position encompasses an array of finance and accounting duties such as accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger accounts reconciliation, payroll, and charitable gift entry. The ideal candidate can thrive in a deadline driven environment, is able to maintain focus amidst frequent interruptions, has impeccable attention to detail, and brings a high degree of accuracy, honesty, and confidentiality to their work.

This role provides the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three days per week in our Wyncote, PA office and the rest remote.

Position Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable with approvals.
• Bank Reconciliations
• Charitable gift entry
• Monthly payroll as support to the controller on timesheets Q/C and other related tasks
• Facilitating month-end and year-end closing
• Year-end distribution of 1099s, 1098Ts and W2s
• Supporting the audit process
• Posting and adjusting GL and journal entries as directed
• Credit card reconciliation and coding (payments and receivables)
• Accounts Receivables including tuition receivables (cross check with Populi), dues receivables
• Providing excellent internal customer service on behalf of finance and accounting team to all areas of the organization
• Data entry, running reports, preparing statements, account research
• Office functions such as scanning & depositing checks
• Tracking sales and calculating royalties
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

We know that many people don’t apply for jobs unless they meet all listed qualifications. As an organization committed to diversity, if many (even if not all) of the following describe you, we still want to hear from you:

Qualifications

• 4 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit environment; or a combination of relevant degree and experience
• Proficient in Excel (must be able to pass online skills assessments for MS Office programs and accounting knowledge as part of the hiring process)
• Experience with Financial Edge/Raiser’s Edge or similar software
• Payroll software experience
• com or other online bill payment software experience

Capabilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly with tact and professionalism, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to meet deadlines, self-motivate and track tasks
• Ability to think critically, troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Ability to retain information and master new skills quickly
• Ability to self-train and to learn new technology

Salary:

$55,000-$60,000 commensurate with experience and credentials

Benefits:

We offer excellent benefits including health insurance, 401(k), generous paid vacation and sick time, and ample time off for major Jewish and American holidays. We offer a dynamic and progressive workplace.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit eligible position. Following a three-month period of successful training and onboarding, a hybrid schedule including working from home up to two days a week will be available.

To Apply:

Applicants should submit cover letter demonstrating fitness for the role & resume to [email protected]. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls please.  

Diversity is a core value of our organization. Reconstructing Judaism is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected classes. All are welcome to apply.   

About Us:

Reconstructing Judaism is the central organization of the Reconstructionist movement. We train the next generation of rabbis, support and uplift congregations and havurot, foster emerging expressions of Jewish life, and encourage people to be their best selves — always helping to shape what it means to be Jewish today and to imagine the Jewish future.

Reconstructionist approach Judaism — and life — with deep consideration of the past and a passion to relate it to the present. We have originated many of the core innovations of today’s Judaism and lead efforts to make our congregations and havurot even more groundbreaking, inclusive and relevant.