Bookkeeper/Associate Director of Finance

Teatown, a nonprofit, nationally accredited land trust in Ossining, NY that protects and manages more than 1,300 acres, conducts habitat restoration and scientific research, and provides environmental education to future generations, is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Associate Director of Finance to support and strengthen our financial operations. This role is ideal for a finance professional with nonprofit accounting experience who thrives in a mission-based environment and is comfortable managing day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll while contributing to higher-level financial system improvements.

The ideal candidate is proactive, self-sufficient, technologically adept, and experienced with cloud-based accounting platforms. This individual will play a key role in helping the organization evaluate and transition to a new cloud-based financial accounting system. CPA designation is not required, but is a significant plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable and receivable
• Pay organizational bills in a timely and accurate manner
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries and financial records
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, annual and ad hoc financial reporting
• Support annual audit preparation and work with external auditors
• Process payroll and coordinate with payroll providers (e.g., Paychex, ADP)
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budget tracking
• Help evaluate, select, and implement a new cloud-based accounting system
• Maintain and improve internal financial controls and processes
• Coordinate with leadership on financial reporting and operational needs

Required Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit accounting practices and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of general bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Excellent Excel and financial report preparation skills
• Comfortable handling accounts payable, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Quick learner and self-sufficient problem solver
• Proficient in cloud-based accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online or similar)
• Familiarity with payroll processing systems such as Paychex or ADP

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (not required but a strong plus)
• Experience evaluating or implementing new accounting software systems
• Familiarity with payment processing platforms such as Square or Stripe
• Experience in a mission-based nonprofit environment
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with financial data analysis

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Mission-driven and aligned with nonprofit values
• Technologically savvy and comfortable with automation
• Organized, analytical, and dependable
• Strong communicator who can work collaboratively across departments
• Comfortable operating independently while supporting senior leadership