General Functions
The Bookkeeper maintains accurate financial records and supports monthly accounting processes for the organization.
POSITION ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain and reconcile financial records using QuickBooks.
- Prepare, record and categorize transactions accurately.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Reconcile bank and credit card statements.
- Track and manage credit card expenditures, receipts and payment.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and summaries.
- Manage payroll-related recordkeeping.
- Manage and record payments / registration platform transactions (i.e. PayPal, Square, RegFox).
- Organize and maintain electronic financial records and documentation.
- Support tax preparation by ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
- Monitor and record interest payments.
- Communicate with the Executive Director and Treasurer on financials.
Skills and Qualifications
Required
- 2-Plus years previous bookkeeping experience required.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
- Strong understanding of accounting principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience working with small businesses is a plus.
- Non-profit bookkeeping experience strongly preferred.
STEM Forward is a leading provider of outreach programs and events emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in southeastern Wisconsin. Founded in 1905 as Engineers & Scientists of Milwaukee and housed at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, STEM Forward is 501c3 non-profit organization.
Mission: To promote STEM Education and careers to all students through collaboration with business, education, government, and the community.
Vision: Inspiring a Future-Ready STEM Workforce.
Core Values
STEM Literacy is fundamental to a successful society
Inclusion, access, and growth of STEM learning for all students
Exposure to all STEM fields
Responsible for the stewardship of the organization’s programs and resources
Highest ethical principles in all we do
Positive competition and respect.
Email Resume and Cover Letter (preferred) to rmerkel@stemforward.org
Applicants residing in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington or Waukesha County preferred