We are seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our Finance Team.The Accounting Specialist will oversee and implement important aspects and functions of accounting and report to the Finance Director.

Nonprofit Accounting Specialist (Part-time)

August 4, 2025

Overview of the Role

This is a newly created position that will provide accounting support to the Director of Finance and play a critical role in the implementation of our new accounting platform as we transition to Netsuite from Quickbooks. As a nonprofit organization, this role will support the financial operations, helping to ensure financial health and compliance with regulations. Duties will include recording donations, tracking expenses, preparing financial statements, and assisting with budgeting and grant management.They also play a crucial role in maintaining internal controls, managing accounts payable and receivable, and preparing tax documents.

What You'll Do

  • Process accounts payable and receivable.
  • Reconcile bank and credit card accounts; expense reports, processing reimbursements, and tracking receipts; other various balance sheet accounts.
  • Reconcile domestic and foreign payrolls using multiple payroll platforms.
  • Integrate data from multiple platforms.
  • Update Excel reporting templates and be able to create excel templates including pivot tables, sumif/ sumproduct formula's, etc.
  • Assist in the preparation of materials for annual 990 tax returns and audits.
  • Track 1099 vendors and create annual 1099s.
  • Create general ledger entries.
  • Assist in the preparation of workers compensation audits.

Who you are

  • At least 5+ years non-profit bookkeeping experience in the United States.
  • Current resident of the United States.
  • Highly competent in using and optimizing accounting systems.
  • Advanced working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets - specifically complex formulas.
  • Experience and comfort working in a remote and digital environment.
  • Proficient understanding of and ability to use technology as well as a willingness and interest in learning and using new technologies.
  • Conscientious, hard working, and highly organized with superior attention to detail.
  • A self-starter who thrives on working independently but who is also comfortable helping and collaborating with other team members as well as willing to seek additional assistance when new challenges present themselves.
  • Preferred but not required:
    • Experience with NetSuite platform
    • Bachelor's degree in finance-related major
    • Located in Massachusetts or an adjacent state
    • Willing to travel to meetings once or twice annually (potentially internationally).

Compensation

This is a part-time (.5 FTE), remote position with flexible geographic location. The salary range (at half-time) for this position is $28,000- $40,000 USD. If provided an offer, TPI will determine the specific compensation package based on skills and years of experience. TPI provides an attractive benefits package that currently includes flexible Fridays, unlimited responsible personal time off (RPTO), generous leave options, full healthcare, and a monthly phone and internet stipend, and a tech stipend.

TPI has a strong culture of transparency and democratic processes, and long-standing community guidelines and cultural norms. At TPI, we are invested in discussing the depth and breadth of each candidate's background and experience during the interview process and using that information to determine the best offer while considering internal pay equity.

TPI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. Applicants must be authorized to work in The United States. We cannot provide visa assistance for this position.

How to apply

To apply please use this link which will take you to a brief application. You will be asked to answer a few initial questions and upload your CV or resume. We do not ask for or accept references or cover letters at this time. Please do not include them. Additionally, please do not use AI for the creation of your application or at any point in the process.

Deadline: August 21 by 21:00 UTC