When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 1, 2026.

It was issued by Hudson County Community College. The work is located in Jersey City, New Jersey, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Professional bookkeeping or accounting services firm. Experience managing government or nonprofit financial accounts. Expertise in fund, endowment, donor-advised fund, and investment accounting. Proven capabilities in financial reporting, reconciliations, audits, tax, and regulatory compliance. Strong internal controls, documentation, and process-improvement practices.

Bookkeeper Services (Due September 1, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Jersey City, New Jersey, United StatesPosted: August 19, 2026Deadline: September 1, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Jersey City government authority is seeking a bookkeeping provider to manage financial records, accounting systems, reporting, reconciliations, fund and investment accounting, and compliance activities.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have extensive experience in nonprofit accounting, grants, endowment and fund accounting
Must have deep knowledge of current FASB accounting standards applicable to nonprofit entities
Must have expert knowledge of QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
Must have experience working with nonprofits, foundations, independent auditors, and volunteer boards
Must have demonstrated experience preparing audit workpapers and supporting Form 990
Must have appropriate professional credentials, with CPA credentials strongly preferred for the partner or principal
Must have demonstrated safeguards for confidential donor and financial information
Must have a valid New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
Must provide evidence of customer satisfaction from 3 relevant clients serviced in the last 5 years

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Proposal Due Date: September 1st, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Hudson County Community College

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Jersey City, New Jersey, seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting services. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records and systems, developing accounting systems, managing subsidiary accounts, overseeing the general ledger, maintaining historical records, processing transactions, managing accounts receivable, performing bank reconciliations, and maintaining documentation.

The services also include gift, pledge, fund, and endowment accounting; tracking financial activities; preparing financial information and donor listings; managing donor-advised fund contributions; and providing financial reporting and analysis. The selected provider will monitor cash, reserves, and liquidity, handle investment accounting, and maintain records for art collections and fixed assets.

Additional responsibilities include supporting audit, tax, and regulatory compliance; maintaining quality control and accountability; improving processes and procedures; and participating in meetings.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 1, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Hudson County Community College. The work is located in Jersey City, New Jersey, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Professional bookkeeping or accounting services firm
Experience managing government or nonprofit financial accounts
Expertise in fund, endowment, donor-advised fund, and investment accounting
Proven capabilities in financial reporting, reconciliations, audits, tax, and regulatory compliance
Strong internal controls, documentation, and process-improvement practices

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