City Activities Accounts Payable Clerk

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$24

About The Position

Responsible for the processing of all phases of accounts payable to all City Activities, Shelters, Foster Care, and Camp funds. Maintains the accuracy of all disbursements entered into the Serenic accounting system.

Requirements

A high school graduate; some college preferred, with emphasis in Finance/Accounting; or at least 5 years of equivalent experience.
Broad knowledge of all accounting, financial, and business principles.
Intermediate competency of computer software including Word and Excel.
Strategic thinker and effective decision maker.
Good oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple levels of operations.
Ability to multitask and adapt to changing environment.
As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks prior to employment: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 along with renewals every five years.
Must have an understanding of, appreciation for, and support the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

Review incoming invoices for completeness, approval, prior payment history.
Ensure W-9s are complete prior to new vendor set-up
Enter invoice data into accounting software
Mail checks and file voucher copies with backup information
Process remittances where applicable
Research statements, vendor inquiries, program inquiries, payment issues
Approve of SmartData transactions assuring accuracy of coding
Remote Deposit Check Capture processing
Responsible for monthly review and research of aged AP report old outstanding items, following up with responsible employees
Back up to Sr.A/P clerk & EDP clerk
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
Flexible Spending Accounts
Remitted Tuition Program
Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

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