Corps Accountant

Location: The Salvation Army of Dalton, Georgia  About this opportunity:  Receipts and deposits all income in a timely manner; posts income to correct accounts; ensures receipts are written for all cash received from staff or donors. Maintains Capital Campaign accounting (receipting and depositing income, keeping financial records and books). Conducts monthly closing of all accounts including closing, balancing, and reconciling accounts with bank statements. Reviews posting of all balance sheet accounts, and income and expense accounts for errors; prepares journal corrections on adjustments and errors for each month; inputs the same into the accounting system after the Controller’s review. Prepare all month-end financial reporting and all audit papers as required by internal and independent auditors.    Key responsibilities: Receipts and deposits all income in a timely manner; posts income to correct accounts; ensures receipts are written for all cash received from staff or donors. Secures any undeposited cash or checks in the safe. Pay invoices which have been approved for payment by the Commanding Officer; posts expenses to correct accounts. Maintains receipts for all credit purchases and attaches receipts to the monthly statement received from the vendor. Files and maintains daily lodge and thrift store reports. Records soldiers weekly cartridge (tithes and World Services) giving on report. Records soldiers weekly Capital Campaign contributions; remit payment to Capital Campaign each month. Records and files daily gifts-in-kind. Maintains daily cash on hand balances for all accounts (Corps, Thrift, Capital Campaign). Maintains Capital Campaign accounting (receipting and depositing income, keeping financial records and books). Conducts monthly closing of all accounts including closing, balancing, and reconciling accounts with bank statements. Matches up and files returned checks with back-up. Completes all year-end reports including all paperwork. Prepares and processes the deposit of all checks/donations received through the mail, lock boxes, and various programs Prepares bank deposits slips and summary of daily receipt report(s); ensures all checks are stamped with deposit stamp; enters receipts into accounting records after copies of all checks are made. Performs monthly reconciliation of accounting records with donor database. Performs monthly reconciliation of bank statements for all accounts. Prepares and inputs bank adjustments/drafts related to employee/officer benefits i.e. Group insurance, pension, sick benefits, and officer’s retirement fund into accounting system. Reviews chart of accounts and recommends revisions to Controller. Reviews posting of all balance sheet accounts, and income and expense accounts for errors; prepares journal corrections on adjustments and errors for each month; inputs the same into the accounting system after the Controller’s review. Reviews Accounts Payable voucher for correct account codes, allocations, terms, etc. and returns to Accounting Clerk for corrections, postings, and payment. Reviews support and statewide services due to Divisional Headquarters and prepares Accounts Payable voucher for payment. Cross trains to handle all accounts payable information. Prepares of all month-end financial reporting i.e. Balance sheet and expense statements, net position. Prepare all year-end financial reports. Prepare all audit work papers as required by internal and independent auditors. Prepares budget for various funding sources as requested. Assists in conservation of all Salvation Army resources. Abides by all Salvation Army policies and procedures. Assists in other ways requested by The Salvation Army management. Performs other duties as assigned. What we are looking for in you:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, and Two years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and reporting, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Valid State Driver’s License Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:  Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to type and keypunch data into a computer. Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically. Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, typewriter, computer, and adding machine. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time. Duties are usually performed seated.  Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Work is performed in a normal office environment where there is little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.     Employee Benefits  Health, Dental, Vision Holiday Pay and Paid Time Off Life Insurance Retirement Plans and more!  Why work for us?  The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.    The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.  Additional Information:  All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.  To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.  Application Submittal Period:  04/11/2025-04/25/2025  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled