Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper

Location: Elkhart, IN
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site
Salary: $45,000 – $50,000 annually (based on experience)

About the Opportunity

Our nonprofit client is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records, processing tenant payments, allocating expenses across multiple grant programs, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with numbers, navigating ERP systems, and interacting with tenants while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

• Process tenant rent payments received via checks and money orders.
• Record payments accurately within the ERP system.
• Prepare and scan deposits for bank processing.
• Research tenant account balances and respond to payment-related inquiries.
• Assist with payment tracking and account reconciliation activities.
• Support monthly rent collection processes, particularly during high-volume periods at the beginning of each month.

Accounts Payable

• Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system accurately and timely.
• Allocate expenses across multiple grant funding sources using established Excel worksheets.
• Maintain and update pre-built Excel workbooks while preserving existing formulas and reporting structures.
• Assist with weekly check runs and invoice processing activities.
• Verify invoice coding and allocation accuracy before submission.
• Support the transition and maintenance of financial data within the Yardi ERP system.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes.
• Experience working within an ERP or accounting software system.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable learning and following government and grant accounting guidelines.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to interact with tenants regarding account balances and payment information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain organization in a fast-paced environment.

Excel Requirements

• Comfortable working with multi-tab spreadsheets.
• Ability to use formulas such as SUM, SUBTOTAL, and basic cell-linking between worksheets.
• Experience updating and maintaining existing Excel workbooks without altering established formulas.
• Ability to reconcile totals and verify data accuracy across multiple worksheets.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Yardi or similar property management/accounting software.
• Experience working in nonprofit, government, public housing, property management, or grant-funded environments.
• Familiarity with payment processing systems such as RentCafe is a plus.