What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at Rockford Rescue Mission?
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Rockford Rescue Mission wants you to join our family! If you have a talent for numbers, a heart to serve, a compassion for the needy and underserved, and a love for Rockford and its community please join us!! We are looking for an Accounts Payable/Receivable clerk that wants to grow a career into a rewarding position now and in the future with room for advancement!
Rockford Rescue Mission considers every position one of ministry and a vital part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all staff of RRMM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Statement of Faith and Core Values. Additionally, staff must be willing to lead and/or participate in Bible study, prayer, devotions, chapel and sharing the Gospel.
REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Accounting Assistant is responsible for capturing, developing, synthesizing, managing, safeguarding, sharing, and presenting data – data that is consumable as information. This position also supports cash management and plays a crucial role in ensuring the Mission’s invoices are paid timely and accurately and supporting documentation is maintained.
ASSIST WITH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
- Coordinate the weekly accounts payable process and submit the check run report for approval.
- Secure proper authorization and approval of expenses using purchase orders/requisitions.
- Ensure proper documentation and accurate recording including the correct allocation of account numbers.
- Ensure data is organized, accurate, relevant, timely, and easily accessible to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with departments to gather, document, and update information.
- Develop data models and analyze results, including trends and forecasts.
- Validate and verify data for accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.
- Develop and maintain procedures for data management and information flow.
- Provide support for data-related inquiries and assist with data-related projects.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data management processes.
- Train and mentor staff as needed.
SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- We are a religious organization and require you to demonstrate your ability to speak on the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
- You must attend church regularly.
- Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guest, residents, and donors.
- Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Able pay close attention to details and work in a team environment or independently.
- Able to translate data to information that is easily communicated.
- Comfortable presenting information to staff and leadership
- Experience with or commitment to learn Power BI.
- Experience using Microsoft products.
