What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
Job Objective : The Accounting Specialist is responsible for account coding and data entry of accounts payable and receipting transactions.
Essential Functions :
- Monitor shared mailboxes to print documentation responding or forwarding as needed
- Accurately process, code and record invoices, reimbursement requests and cash receipts
- Accurately process, code and record receipting transactions
- Print checks as assigned
- Perform administrative support tasks including scanning documentation and preparing checks for mailing
- After approvals, email ACH payment information to vendors
- Retrieve documentation as needed for internal and external auditors
- Maintain records within established Salvation Army policies and procedures and in a timely manner
Minimum Qualifications :
Education : Associate's degree in accounting or related field. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Business administration and finance courses desirable. Courses in computer-based accounting very helpful.
Experience : Two years in the accounting field, including computer utilization preferred. Working knowledge of Word and Intermediate level of Excel skills required.
Skills / Abilities :
Supervisory Responsibility : None
Physical Requirements : Include good speaking, hearing and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment. This position may require the ability to lift and / or move more than 15 pounds occasionally. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Driving : Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.
Working Conditions : Work is performed in a typical office environment. Full-time position; may require some weekend and evening work.
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 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.
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.
