Bookkeeper, Not-for-profit

Come join us at the corporate headquarters of Gospel Light Worldwide! We are a publisher of children?s curriculum, books and resources for the Christian marketplace. Our west coast corporate office is in the beautiful seaside community of Ventura, California. Employees visit the beach at lunch and we even have some staff members who surf before and after work. To get a truer picture of who we are and what we do please view our web site at http://www.gospellightww.com Everyone at Gospel Light Worldwide is honored for what they add to the team. No one can do their job without the talents and cooperation of others around them. Some of the people who work here care so much about what they do that they believe it is their mission to do this work. Could this be you too?

We are committed to serving the Body of Christ worldwide in the areas of Christian education for the purpose of transforming individuals, families, congregations and communities through the Word of God.

Our Mission
To provide culturally relevant Bible curriculum for children, youth and families, as well as books and resources for adults through strategic partnerships with indigenous publishers, ministries and organizations.

International Publishers -- We bring publishers together to share knowledge and ideas, along with helping them become leaders in their respective countries by giving their product line a stronger presence in the marketplace.

Based on a thorough understanding of the strengths and objectives of each international publisher, Gospel Light Worldwide determines the most strategic partnership for each title to achieve the maximum benefit of publisher, author, reader and student.

SIX BILLION PEOPLE ON THIS PLANET.
SPEAKING 5,000 LANGUAGES.
LIVING IN 180 COUNTRIES.

We partner with 275 publishers to publish books, Bible curriculum and training resources in 60 different languages.

In close partnership with the international community of publishers, churches, ministries and leaders, Gospel Light Worldwide focuses on where God is leading the Church.

We answer the challenges of tomorrow by providing the strategic resources for today.

The latest advances in technology make it possible for us to carry out our mission with the utmost effectiveness, efficiency, and excellence

Churches -- We equip the local church with life-changing curriculum, books and resources that strengthen the Body of Christ.
Authors -- We expand the authors' ministries by reaching a worldwide audience.

Ministries -- We create strategic partnerships that result in unified efforts to reach more people with the good news of Jesus Christ.


Job Title: Bookkeeper
Department: Gospel Light Worldwide
Reports to: President

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the President, manages the financial and operational functions of the ministry. All work is done in a spirit of support for the mission of Gospel Light Worldwide, which is to provide Bible curriculum, books and resources that are Christ-centered to the communities, congregations and families around the world.

ESSENTIAL TO THE POSITION:

1. Perform research by traditional means as well as through the Internet
2.Demonstrate an understanding and sensitivity to differing cultures,
possessing multi-cultural sensitivity, and knowledge of how one
appropriately cultivates and maintains those international relationships.
3.Is proficient in computer programs for accounting such as
QuickBooks and Quicken

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance
1. Complete or oversee preparation of the annual budget
2. Monitor budgetary and scheduling guidelines
3. Analyze monthly financial data and produce reports
4. Develop and maintain accounting functions
5. Ensure that accounting practicies conform to non-profit standards.
6. Oversee royalties related functions

Database Management
1. Prepare Quarterly updates
2. Maintain donor database
3. Assist in fundraising activities
4. Track and report Received funds
5. Prepare Annual report to the donors, Board of Directors, and Foundations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Proven communication skills (verbal and written). Multi-cultural background helpful.
2. Demonstrable organizational skills, able to keep many things going at once.
3. Sensitivity when dealing with people from various cultures, religious backgrounds, walks of life, etc.
4. Confidential and discerning when sharing information with others.
5. General accounting and bookkeeping skills.
6. Adept with computers, technology. Must be able to get around on the computer.
7. Proficiency in the following programs: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Filemaker Pro, QuickBooks and html.
8. Internet competency.
9. Ability to speak other languages a plus.
10. Strong administrative and organizational skills.
11. Able to prioritize, multi-task and change priorities quickly and easily when necessary.
12. Adaptability.