Compensation: $40 - $45 per hour
Hours: Approximately 5 - 6 hours per week
Work Arrangement: Primarily remote
Employment Type: Part-time, Independent Contractor
About the Organization The World Affairs Council of Charlotte (WACC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to promoting global understanding and international engagement throughout the greater Charlotte community.
Position Overview
WACC is seeking a detail-oriented, experienced Accountant to support the organization’s financial operations, reporting, and annual compliance requirements. This independent contractor role is responsible for reviewing and maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling bank and investment accounts, preparing monthly financial statements, and coordinating year-end accounting and tax reporting with WACC leadership and its external CPA.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional seeking a flexible, limited-hours engagement supporting a mission-driven nonprofit organization.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Review monthly bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online, ensuring accurate transaction coding, deposits, payments, and general ledger records.
Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and related financial accounts, and prepare monthly financial statements.
Record routine adjustments, fees, refunds, and interest income as needed.
Quarterly & Stock Donation Accounting
Review and reconcile quarterly activity for prepaid expenses, savings, and endowment accounts.
Record activity and assist with stock donation documentation, when applicable.
Year-End & Tax Compliance
Prepare supporting schedules for semiannual sales tax refund requests and annual financial reporting.
Maintain fixed asset and depreciation records and reconcile restricted net assets, including endowment activity and grant distributions.
Compile documentation for the annual IRS Form 990, coordinate review and revisions with the external CPA, and assist with charitable solicitation license renewals.
Coordination & Record-keeping
Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
Coordinate with WACC leadership, staff, and the external CPA to resolve discrepancies and meet reporting deadlines.
Qualifications
Experience in bookkeeping/accounting.
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting software.
Knowledge of bank reconciliations, general ledger management, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage recurring monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with nonprofit accounting, including restricted funds, endowments, and donor contributions.
Familiarity with IRS Form 990, sales tax refund filings, and charitable solicitation licensing.
Experience coordinating with external accountants or CPAs.
Work Arrangement
This is a primarily remote, part-time independent contractor engagement requiring approximately 5–6 hours per week. The contractor will work with WACC leadership and staff to complete recurring accounting responsibilities and meet reporting and compliance deadlines.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief summary of relevant accounting experience to info@worldaffairscharlotte.org. A list of professional references is encouraged and will strengthen your application, but it is not required.