Bookkeeper at Educational Theatre Association. The Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the organization’s day-to-day financial operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate records, supporting monthly close, and ensuring strong internal controls across EdTA’s entities, including the Association, Foundation, and International Thespian Festival (ITF).. Who We Are. The . Educational Theatre Association (EdTA). is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire and support theatre education. We are home to the . International Thespian Society. , the honorary organization for high school and middle school theatre students, and we host the . International Thespian Festival (ITF). —a premier event celebrating student artistry and achievement.. About the Role. The Bookkeeper supports EdTA’s finance team by ensuring timely, accurate processing of accounting transactions and maintaining clean, well-documented records in QuickBooks Online (QBO) and/or Sage Intacct. Working closely with the Director of Finance, this role supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, documentation management, and month-end close activities.. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys structured work, values accuracy, and wants to contribute to a mission-driven organization.. A Typical Day May Include. Processing accounts payable from vendor setup through payment and documentation filing.. Managing accounts receivable, including invoicing, applying payments, and tracking outstanding balances.. Coding transactions accurately by entity, program, department, and project/class structure.. Recording deposits and reconciling cash receipts across multiple payment platforms.. Completing bank and credit card reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.. Preparing routine journal entries under the direction of the Director of Finance.. Maintaining organized digital records to support audits, compliance, and internal review.. Assisting with monthly close schedules, budget updates, audit preparation, and 990 support.. Role Progression. Within 1 month: You’ll be trained on EdTA’s accounting systems, chart of accounts, and documentation standards.. Within 3 months: You’ll independently manage day-to-day AP/AR processing, reconciliations, and transaction coding.. Within 6 months: You’ll be a trusted partner in monthly close, audit preparation, and grant or restricted fund support.. About You. You are highly detail-oriented and value accuracy and organization.. You enjoy working with structured processes and clear procedures.. You are comfortable handling routine financial transactions and documentation.. You communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders.. You are dependable, responsive, and service-oriented.. You are eager to learn and grow within a nonprofit finance environment.. Nice to Have but Not Necessary. Experience using QuickBooks Online or Sage Intacct.. Prior experience in nonprofit accounting, grants, or restricted funds.. Familiarity with audits or IRS Form 990 preparation support.. Company Location: United States.
Bookkeeper at Educational Theatre Association