New Life Church Central: Accounting Assistant

Description

                    NewLifeChurch                                                                     

Job Title: Accounting Assistant

Department: Accounting

Reports to: Director of Accounting

Status: Full-Time Hourly

Schedule: Monday – Thursday 32 hours per week in office

Supervisory role: None

Last updated: 02/18/2025

New Life Church's mission is to make disciples in the Pikes Peak region, by calling people to worship, connect and serve.  

To serve New Life Church by providing day-to-day accounting operational support to the Accounting Department, all congregations, and the Dream Centers.

• Generally assist with administrative functions to ensure smooth operation of the accounting team.
• Prepare daily and monthly journal entries as assigned (such as, but not limited to, admin fees, designated fees, postage reports, target transfers, etc.)
• Assist the income processing specialist with weekly collecting and processing donations.
• Assist with processing accounts payable.
• Updating attendance reports weekly.
• Enter all petty cash requests as needed and reconcile petty cash monthly.
• Handling clerical tasks such as scheduling, copying, ordering supplies, and room reservations.
• Adhere to GAAP accounting standards.
• Assist with online giving system questions and inquiries from members or other donors.
• Assist with annual giving statements, inquiries and problem resolution.
• Attend regular staff meetings and additional meetings when requested.
• Manage and respond to calls and emails as needed.
• Assist the department in coordinating various tasks and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor about departmental issues. 
• Assist supervisor with special projects, events, and diverse tasks in support of the department. 
• Utilize a thorough understanding of New Life Church employee policies and procedures.
• Work in close association with the entire staff to build and maintain a strong team environment.
• Demonstrate ongoing financial support for the ministries of New Life Church.
• Member of New Life Church
• Cooperate with Director of Accounting by performing any other duties when asked to do so.

• Ability to read and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Working knowledge and experience with accounting software applications – Sage Intacct or another known industry accounting package.
• Working knowledge and experience with donor system database software applications or aptitude to learn.
• Possess an aptitude for accounting principles and has good analytical skills with ability to read and interpret spreadsheets.
• Strong problem-solving skills, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Able to complete assignments with little guidance.
• Proficient with general office equipment such as scanners, copiers, calculators, etc.
• Possess a servant’s heart.
• Pleasant individual with good “people skills,” personable and helpful attitude, and confident in working with people.
• Presents her/himself in a professional manner at all times.
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively and tactfully at all levels.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Able to prioritize his/her time well and self-manage daily tasks.
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

        Education:  High School Diploma

Experience:  2-5 years working in an accounting department in non-profit or church environment preferred

Applicant Requisites: Background and Credit Check, Working Genius

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit and occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close visual acuity to is necessary to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this job.  It is intended to reflect the principal job elements essential for making compensation and employment decisions.        

I have read and understood the requirements for this position and I can perform the essential responsibilities for this position.

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Qualifications

Salary : $21 - $22