We’re Hiring! Full Charge Bookkeeper

Futurewise and Zero Waste Washington are jointly seeking a part-time Full Charge Bookeeper to support the great work of both our organizations.

Full Charge Bookkeeper Job Description

General Job Description

  • Futurewise: 20 hours/week
  • Zero Waste Washington: 4 hours/week

Under the direction of the Executive Directors of each organization, the Finance and Operations Assistant will assist with the preparation and monitoring of multiple program budgets, as well as operational and facility needs. Principal responsibilities include preparing financial reports, processing payroll, processing financial documents, reconciling accounts, researching budget data, and providing office administrative support to staff. Interactions occur with the Executive Directors, program directors and staff, sub contract partners, and vendors. The job requires well developed verbal skills to present and exchange technical information. The position requires the ability to pay attention to detail and provide accurate and reliable budget data for a complex grant and contract-funded organization.

This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, inter‐disciplinary, and innovative work environment to build a more sustainable and equitable future for communities in Washington State. Our two organizations have worked together to create a warm and welcoming shared office.

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