Accounting Clerk I (3513)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Richmond, VA

4d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Schedule/Hours: M – F 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (25 hours per week) This position is responsible for: Performs computerized double-entry bookkeeping tasks requiring basic knowledge of the principles and practices of fund accounting in order to properly record and maintain precise fiscal records and financial data; applies fundamental bookkeeping knowledge and skills to varied bookkeeping tasks such as posting, checking entries, issuing checks, balancing accounts, and preparing financial reports for assigned accounts; prepares and maintains financial records in an accurate, complete, and timely manner while ensuring the integrity, security and accountability of Salvation Army financial accounts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Two years of progressively responsible experience working in a general office with accounting responsibilities
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Posts and maintains a variety of ledgers; enters income, expense, and balance sheet data into computerized financial systems; proofs entries to verify accuracy, completeness and integrity; prepares and makes journal entries, balances accounts and prepares reports.
Participates in the preparation of the budget; prepares budget workbook; reviews budget with management and makes adjustments as requested; prepares final budget copy.
May serve as liaison to the payroll administrator vendor and shares payroll figures; transmit data to Divisional Headquarters and maintain a copy of the same.
Prepares reports and may attend monthly Advisory Board meetings with opportunity to field questions regarding current operations and/or stories on how we are making an impact in the community.
May order office supplies and ensure that the office supply inventory is maintained at a level to meet the needs of the department; may prepare purchase requisitions and order equipment and any other special items required for the office operations.