Bookkeeper

Position Title: Bookkeeper Reports to: Accounting Manager Classification Type: Non-exempt, Part-Time OR Full-Time Schedule: Flexible, 30–40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, to fit the right candidate's availability. Occasional evenings or weekends may be needed for special events. Minimum starting hourly rate: $18.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on experience Scott Family Amazeum Overview The Scott Family Amazeum is Northwest Arkansas's premier hands-on children's museum, dedicated to inspiring creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning through interactive play and discovery. As a nonprofit organization, the Amazeum relies on a strong, mission-driven team — including our Finance department — to manage resources responsibly and remain accountable to the families, donors, and community members we serve. Position Summary The Bookkeeper plays a vital role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Amazeum's financial records. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this position is responsible for daily reconciliations across multiple financial reporting platforms, payroll and benefits reconciliations, journal entries, and other core bookkeeping functions that support the museum's financial operations. Essential Functions Perform daily reconciliations across multiple financial reporting and point-of-sale platforms (e.g., admissions, membership, retail, and donor systems) to ensure accuracy and completeness. Reconcile payroll and employee benefits data between providers, timekeeping systems, and the general ledger. Prepare and review post journal entries for routine transactions, accruals, and account adjustments. Reconcile bank and credit card statements on a regular basis. Maintain accurate, well-organized financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls. Assist the Accounting Manager with month-end close processes. Support tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds. Respond to internal inquiries regarding transaction coding, receipts, and account discrepancies. Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner. General Duties The responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The Amazeum reserves the right to revise or change position duties and responsibilities as necessary to accommodate changing organizational needs.