Iron Village Preparatory Academy is committed to using culturally intentional and research-based programming to encourage pride, inquiry, and discovery. We seek to create confident, life-long learners who will grow and move through the world with strong academic skills, a commitment to equity and the common good, and a respect for independent thinking.

This position will be a 6-10 hour a week, remote, paid volunteer position, with the bookkeeper receiving a stipend payment in June 2024.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Use Quickbooks software to record and track financial information

• Manage vendor payments

• Prepare invoices for summer camp registration

• Manage payment of staff and partners 

• Assist in billing and tracking of income from various sources

• Assist in budget preparation by provide accurate information used for financial forecasting

• Provide financial information needed for the application and tracking of grant income

• Communicate with the accountant regarding financial questions and the preparation of the 990 tax return

• Other tasks as needed to support school administration

Skills/Competencies

• General knowledge of standard office and general bookkeeping practices, procedures, equipment and secretarial techniques

• Knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic

• Experience with financial record keeping

• Ability to meet the public effectively

• Skilled in the use of data and word processing equipment

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ideal Candidate Attributes/Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree is preferred or high school diploma with an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Relationships:

The Bookkeeper will report directly to the Executive Director. At Iron Village Prep, we embrace volunteers from all backgrounds and experience levels. We know there are great candidates who won’t check all these boxes, and we also know you might bring important skills that we haven’t considered. If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. We are committed to providing guidance and training as you contribute to our mission. Your enthusiasm and dedication are highly valued, and we support you as you grow in this role.

To apply for this position, submit a cover letter, resume to info@ironvillageprep.org.