Corps Staff Accountant (DHQ)

Corps Staff Accountant (DHQ) The Salvation Army Central Territory - 3.6 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time From $53,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Paid time off Qualifications Accounts receivable management GAAP Productivity software

Full Job Description The Salvation Army Mission:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Salary Range Starting at:

$53,000.00 annually

Job Objective:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for all accounting functions for assigned Corps or Unit(s) as well as assisting with other accounting and finance special projects as needed.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Prepare accounting transactions as required to maintain the general ledger. Includes journal entries, accounts receivable, payables, billing, and monthly reconciliations. Ensure proper classification, coding, and functionalization of transactions. Review payable and receivable transactions and assist in providing accounting clerks with necessary information to perform their duties. Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations, monthly and annual financial statements, cash flows and other ad hoc reports as needed. Assist in monitoring Corps or Unit(s) cash balance. Provide cash balance reports to Officers. Prepare bank reconciliation and review reconciliations for other unassigned Corps or Unit(s). Assist Officers in budget preparation and enter approved budget in accounting system. Prepare pro forma 990 Return of Organization Exempt From Tax as needed. Provide information for grant application and monitor receipt of funds to help ensure payments and invoicing compliance. Prepare work papers and schedules for internal and external auditors. Assist with answering audit questions as needed. Provide back up to other staff accountants when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position:

Education:

Accounting degree required. Four-year degree in accounting preferred.

Background Checks:

Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience:

One year experience processing accounts payable, receivables, and bank reconciliations. Experience in not-for-profit accounting a plus.

Skills/Abilities:

Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Proficiency with PC and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication. Be self-motivated with strong organization skills. Help direct the work of others in the department.

Supervisory Responsibility:

N/A Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. Requirements include good speaking, hearing, and visual ability with excellent manual dexterity. Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds. Requires bending, squatting, and walking. May stand for extended periods.

Travel:

N/A Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a typical office environment. Full-time position; may require some weekend and evening work. This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in the position description. All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Requirements:

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