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at WTCI, an intersectional feminist psychotherapy institute

🏢 About WTCI, an intersectional feminist psychotherapy institute

WTCI is a unique intersectional feminist psychotherapy institute that combines mental health services with advancing feminist therapeutic approaches. Working here means contributing to an organization that prioritizes social justice and feminist values in mental healthcare, offering a meaningful context for financial work beyond typical corporate settings.

About This Role

This contract Bookkeeper role involves managing 10-15 monthly transactions in QuickBooks Online, reconciling multiple platforms (Givebutter, Square, PayPal), and developing financial SOPs for a feminist nonprofit. Your work directly supports WTCI's mission by ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, enabling the institute to focus resources on its therapeutic services and feminist advocacy.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves categorizing and coding income/expense transactions in QuickBooks Online, reconciling bank accounts with third-party platforms like Givebutter and Square, and organizing financial documents in Google Drive. You'll collaborate remotely with the Operations Admin and prepare monthly reports for the Board Treasurer while developing financial procedures that align with WTCI's feminist values and compliance needs.

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🎯 Who WTCI, an intersectional feminist psychotherapy institute Is Looking For

  • Has 3-5 years of hands-on QuickBooks Online experience with demonstrated proficiency in nonprofit accounting and GAAP compliance
  • Can provide specific examples of developing financial SOPs and implementing internal controls in previous roles
  • Has practical experience reconciling Givebutter, Square, and PayPal transactions within QuickBooks Online
  • Understands how feminist values might intersect with financial transparency and ethical financial management in a nonprofit context

📝 Tips for Applying to WTCI, an intersectional feminist psychotherapy institute

1

Quantify your QuickBooks Online experience - specify exactly how many years and what types of transactions you've managed

2

Provide concrete examples of nonprofit financial SOPs you've developed or improved, not just general statements

3

Mention any experience with feminist organizations, social justice nonprofits, or mental health services to show mission alignment

4

Demonstrate your Google Drive organizational skills by mentioning specific financial document management systems you've created

5

Highlight your remote work discipline and communication practices for reporting to multiple stakeholders (Board Treasurer and Operations Admin)

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with QuickBooks Online and the three mentioned platforms (Givebutter, Square, PayPal)', 'Examples of developing financial SOPs and implementing internal controls in previous roles', 'Understanding of nonprofit financial management and how it supports mission-driven work', 'Why intersectional feminist values in mental health resonate with you personally or professionally']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → WTCI's specific feminist therapeutic approaches and how they differ from traditional psychotherapy
  • → The role of intersectionality in mental health services and organizational operations
  • → How small feminist nonprofits typically structure their finances and governance
  • → Current trends in nonprofit financial compliance and reporting requirements
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your process for reconciling Givebutter donations in QuickBooks Online
2 Describe a time you developed or improved financial SOPs - what challenges did you face?
3 How would you ensure financial transparency and accountability in a feminist organization?
4 What internal controls would you implement specifically for a small nonprofit with remote operations?
5 How do you prioritize accuracy when managing only 10-15 monthly transactions versus high-volume bookkeeping?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only corporate bookkeeping experience without demonstrating understanding of nonprofit financial management
  • Failing to provide specific examples of QuickBooks Online experience with the mentioned platforms
  • Submitting generic applications that don't address WTCI's feminist mission or the specific reconciliation platforms listed

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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