<p>Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a private nonprofit school in Portland, Oregon on a Contract basis. This part-time opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing day-to-day accounting activity, payroll coordination, and financial recordkeeping in a school environment. The role requires onsite availability three days per week for eight-hour shifts with a flexible start time. Candidates who bring hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Paychex, and core bookkeeping functions will be well positioned for success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review employee time records, process payroll through Paychex, and keep payroll documentation current and organized.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable activities by preparing payments, entering transactions, and resolving adjustments to maintain accurate vendor records.</p><p>• Handle incoming funds by recording receivables, preparing deposits, and posting transactions in QuickBooks Online for school programs, grants, and donations.</p><p>• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, petty cash, gift cards, and credit card activity to support accurate month-end balances.</p><p>• Maintain employee demographic, compensation, and benefits data across payroll and HR-related systems, ensuring updates are entered promptly.</p><p>• Oversee petty cash replenishment and tracking so funds remain balanced and properly documented.</p><p>• Support responses to unemployment, disability, and related claims by gathering records and maintaining accessible files.</p><p>• Partner with finance and operations staff to improve vendor and billing system data, update finance forms, and document accounting procedures as needed.</p><p>• Provide backup support for the Finance Director and assist with financial reporting or analysis when priorities require additional coverage.</p>