Financial Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

Financial Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center | Lincoln, Nebraska

We believe every child deserves safety, dignity, and a future filled with hope. Through a collaborative, trauma-informed team approach, we work to reduce harm, seek justice, and promote healing for children and families impacted by abuse.

We're looking for a detail-oriented, dependable, and mission-driven Financial Bookkeeper who is passionate about using their financial expertise to support meaningful work.

Why Join BraveBe?

At BraveBe, every team member plays an important role in helping children and families feel safe, supported, and empowered. You'll join a workplace culture that is:

• Mission-driven Every role directly contributes to protecting children and strengthening families
• Collaborative & supportive You'll work alongside a team that values respect and teamwork
• Growth-oriented We encourage professional development and continuous learning
• Rooted in belonging We strive to create a workplace where every employee feels valued and respected

Proudly named one of Lincoln's Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025.

About the Role

As the Bookkeeper, you'll play a vital role in supporting BraveBe's mission by ensuring accurate financial records, strong internal controls, and responsible stewardship of the grants and funding sources that sustain our programs.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organization, accuracy, problem-solving, and working collaboratively in a mission-focused nonprofit environment. You'll help ensure BraveBe remains financially strong and compliant while supporting the important work happening across our programs and services.

What You'll Do

Support Financial Operations

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial recordkeeping in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards and GAAP
• Process accounts payable and receivable while ensuring proper grant and program allocation
• Perform regular bank, credit card, and account reconciliations

Manage Grant & Program Financial Tracking

• Track expenditures and receivables across multiple federal, state, and local grants
• Assist with grant invoicing, reporting, and drawdown requests
• Monitor grant budgets and ensure expenditures align with funding requirements

Promote Accuracy & Compliance

• Maintain organized financial documentation and audit-ready records
• Support annual audits, monitoring visits, and financial reporting processes
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems and efficiencies while maintaining compliance

Collaborate Across Teams

• Work closely with leadership and program staff to support budgeting and reporting needs
• Partner with the Development Team to track in-kind donations and funding allocations
• Serve as a trusted financial resource within a collaborative team environment

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or grant-funded setting
• Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
• Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail

We're looking for someone who is dependable, collaborative, and passionate about supporting mission-driven work through strong financial stewardship.

Benefits That Support You

This work requires both passion and support, we believe in supporting your well-being and creating a positive work environment.

• Flexible part-time schedule (approximately 15 hours/week)
• Accrued paid health time off
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support for staff and immediate family members
• A collaborative and mission-driven team environment with meaningful work that directly supports children and families in our community

Role Details

• Part-time, non-exempt position
• Flexible scheduling, approximately 15 hours per week, in-office with remote work option after fully onboarded
• Pay range starts at $20.00-$24.00/hour, depending on experience
• Reports to Director of Business Operations

Growth & Development

We believe in investing in you:

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and nonprofit financial training
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to expand knowledge of nonprofit and grant-funded financial management

Our Commitment

BraveBe is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and welcoming workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We are proud to have been named one of Lincoln's Best Places to Work in both 2024 and 2025; an honor that reflects our deep commitment to fostering a culture of support, belonging, and care for every member of our team.

If you're someone who values accuracy, collaboration, and meaningful work that supports children and families, you'll find purpose and connection at BraveBe!