Senior Bookkeeper

Job Summary

Barefoot Republic Camp is a not-for-profit camping ministry and retreat center focused on reconciling youth intentionally recruited from diverse racial, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. The Senior Bookkeeper reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for many key financial functions on our team including advising the Executive Director, finance committee, staff and Board of Directors on critical financial issues that affect the overall programs and objectives of the organization. This position requires high energy, attention to detail, initiative and a task driven attitude. This is a full-time position based in Nashville, TN with flexible office hours between Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Some availability to work early morning, late evening, weekends and holidays may be required for special events and circumstances.

Essential Functions

• Tracks accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Meets with departments quarterly to help create and implement financial goals.
• Generates monthly financial statements.
• Provides receipts and invoices as needed.
• Helps generate annual giving statements.
• Responsible for all aspects of payroll in coordination with payroll company.
• Assists with updating the strategic plan and business plan.
• Assists with generating budgets for capital projects, new programs, grants, etc.
• Generates reports for annual tax return, annual report and audit.
• Works with auditors to complete and file all charitable solicitation permits.
• Helps process ACH, debit and credit card transactions.
• Works closely with the Treasurer and finance committee to create annual budgets,
• review financial statements and develop financial strategies and procedures.
• Builds a strong team—including recruiting, training and evaluating Finance
• Committee members, comprised of paid staff, volunteers and community liaisons.

II. Secondary Activities and Responsibilities:

• Represent Barefoot Republic at requested functions including programs,
• fundraisers and special events.
• Recruits and engages interns to assist with the implementation of financial
• objectives and projects.
• Provides financial support to all other sub-committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical and Visual Requirements

Position involves attending meetings, conferences, youth activities (indoors and

outdoors) at a variety of locations. Daily review and preparation of automated or manual

reports using pen/pencil, calculator, or computer keyboard/screens is required. Endurance

to work extended hours with sustained energy and upbeat demeanor as needed for

occasional events (4-6/year).

Job Qualification Requirements

1. Education: A 2 year accounting degree and/or Bachelor's degree from a four

year college or university with a major or minor in accounting.

1. Knowledge and skill:

a. Proven ability to develop financial plans and schedules.

b. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to

communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organization.

c. Proficiency with Quick Books.

d. Proficiency with Google Suite, donor CRMs, EMMA, Giving Matters

and other internet based tools is desired.

e. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

f. Non-profit experience preferred.

g. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work cooperatively

and effectively with people of diverse ages, cultural,

educational and socio-economical backgrounds.

h. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from members of the

public. Ability to effectively present information to management,

public groups and board of directors.

1. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position.

2. Telephone, keyboard, fax, copier and other

standard office equipment

1. Licenses, certifications: Motor vehicle operator (required)

Contact Information and Procedure

Email resume, cover letter, professional and personal references outlining all relevant experience to Learn more about Barefoot Republic at

Salary range of $55-$65K depending on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Nashville, TN Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Nashville, TN 37211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person