Accountant

Job Title: Part-Time Accounting Specialist or Fractional Accountant
Location: Summerfield, NC
Hours: 8 to 16 hours per week
Reports To: Business Director

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist position is responsible for managing core financial tasks that ensure the health and accountability of our nonprofit operations. This includes bank reconciliations, journal entries, tracking of funds, and support for reporting and audits. The ideal candidate is both skilled in nonprofit accounting and deeply committed to serving the Lord through their work.

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank statements monthly to ensure accuracy
• Create and post journal entries in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards
• Track and allocate (restricted and unrestricted) funds appropriately
• Maintain accurate general ledger and financial records
• Assist with financial reporting and preparation for budgets and board reviews
• Work closely with the Director to ensure financial transparency
• Maintain documentation in compliance with nonprofit best practices
• Ensure timely completion of tasks and reports
• Create a detailed and accurate monthly Profit and Loss statement for key areas

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and bookkeeping (nonprofit experience strongly preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of GAAP and fund accounting principles
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a strong desire to serve in a ministry setting
• Agreement with the mission, values, and statement of faith of Freedom House

What We’re Looking For

• A detail-oriented and careful professional
• Someone who is passionate about ministry and the mission of Freedom House
• A dependable and humble team member who works with excellence and grace