Senior Bookkeeper

BAGLY Founded in 1980, BAGLY (the Boston Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth) is a youth-led, adult-supported social support organization, committed to social justice and creating, sustaining, and advocating for programs, policies, and services for the LGBTQ+ youth community in Massachusetts. BAGLY’s vision for 2030 is to be the beacon of light that transforms the lives and landscapes of LGBTQ+ youth in Boston – and beyond! Learn more at https://www.bagly.org/. Position Summary BAGLY is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our Operations team in a part-time capacity. This role is essential to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting our mission-driven work, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive QuickBooks Online experience and a deep understanding of nonprofit financial management. This position reports to the Director of Operations. Key Responsibilities Financial Record Management: Maintain accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions in QuickBooks Online Process accounts payable and receivable with attention to detail and deadlines Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Manage donor contribution recording and acknowledgment processes Track restricted and unrestricted funds Grant and Compliance Support: Assist with all grant-related requests and financial compliance requirements Support annual audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors Maintain documentation for federal, state, and local reporting requirements Ensure adherence to nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP standards Reporting and Analysis: Prepare monthly financial statements and budget-to-actual reports Generate customized reports for leadership team and board of directors Support annual budget development and quarterly budget reviews Track program-specific expenses and revenue allocation Administrative Duties: Process payroll and maintain employee financial records Coordinate with HR on benefits administration and tax reporting Manage fiscal vendor relationships and payment processing Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, OR equivalent experience Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience in nonprofit sector Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online (certification preferred) Strong understanding of nonprofit fund accounting principles Experience with grant reporting and compliance requirements Knowledge of federal and state nonprofit compliance obligations Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication abilities Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of payroll processing systems (Paychex, BambooHR, etc.) Experience with donor management systems (Bloomerang, LGL, etc.) Familiarity with audit processes and external auditor coordination Experience with managing finances for state and city contracts Previous experience in LGBTQ+ or social justice organizations Certified Bookkeeper (CB) or similar professional certification Compensation and Logistics Hourly Rate:

$40/hour (based on experience and qualifications) Schedule:

Approximately 2 days/16 hours per week; hours may vary depending on need and time of year. This position will operate out of BAGLY’s Community Center in downtown Boston, MA. We provide a supportive, mission-driven work environment that values work-life balance and professional growth. Benefits Part-time employees are not eligible to participate in BAGLY’s health and dental insurance plans and do not earn paid vacation time or personal leave. Part-time employees working less than 30 hours a week accrue one hour of earned sick leave per 30 hours worked. All BAGLY employees are protected by workers' compensation insurance for occupational injury or illness. Equal Opportunity Statement BAGLY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Frequently cited statistics show that women, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, as well as other structurally marginalized groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. BAGLY encourages you to break that statistic and apply. No one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.