Part-time Finance and Accounting Specialist Consultant (Contractual) with Lead2Change, Inc. will oversee daily financial operations, including bookkeeping, payroll, A/P/A/R management, and reconciliations, while preparing financial statements, enforcing internal controls and tax compliance, and supporting grant reporting and audits through QuickBooks Online.
Responsibilities
- Enter and maintain monthly receipts, expenditures, accounts payable/receivable, and credit card activity in QuickBooks Online
- Review transactions for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and approval compliance
- Prepare monthly journal entries for credit card and expense reports in alignment with internal policies
- Process bank deposits and related entries
- Develop and update standard operating procedures detailing Lead2Change's accounting functions
- Administer monthly payroll for staff and contractors using the ADP system
- Prepare and file W-2s, 1099s, and sales and use tax returns
- Complete annual filings with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (WDFI)
- Enter and maintain the approved annual budget in QuickBooks Online
- Produce monthly and year-end financial statements for senior leadership and the Board of Directors
- Prepare monthly reimbursement reports for external vendors
- Provide financial data to support grant applications and ongoing tracking
- Generate financial reports for grant awards, audits, and fiscal agents
- Compile documentation required for annual audits
- Attend weekly individual and monthly staff meetings
- Participate in monthly finance committee meetings, delivering updates and requested reports
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Associate degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Minimum of five years of accounting experience
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online and the ADP payroll system
- Familiarity with nonprofit organizations
- Solid understanding of fundamental finance and accounting concepts
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information from diverse sources
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Highly organized with strong multi-tasking capabilities and the ability to meet deadlines amid shifting priorities
Technologies
- QuickBooks Online
- ADP
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Benefits
Compensation
- Salary: USD 850 per month
- Contract type: Contractual
- Target contract range: USD 850 per month
- Currency: USD
Work Schedule
This hybrid contractual role requires 10-12 hours per week, with one in-office shift scheduled.
Location and Relocation
- Work location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, WI 53205
- Ability to commute: Required to Milwaukee 53205
- Relocation: Relocation to Milwaukee, WI 53205 preferred before starting
About Lead2Change, Inc.
Lead2Change is a premier career-readiness organization in Milwaukee that prepares and strengthens the local talent pipeline. Through a robust curriculum, immersive summer program, and networking opportunities, Lead2Change cultivates leaders ready to succeed in college, their careers, and their communities. Since 2011, the organization has served over 1,000 young people. For more information, visit lead2changeinc.org.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to:
- Tanika Reesnes
- Human Resources Consultant
- reesnest@lead2changeinc.org
