Corps Accountant

THE SALVATION ARMY•Baton Rouge, LA

4d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing computerized double-entry bookkeeping tasks for an assigned Corps and CSRC, requiring continued compliance with standards unique to the CSRC Program. It involves managing multiple and varied programs with separate sets of books, necessitating intermediate knowledge of fund accounting principles and practices, and understanding the unique needs of various programs to accurately record and maintain fiscal records and financial data. The role applies fundamental bookkeeping knowledge and skills to tasks such as posting, checking entries, issuing checks, balancing accounts, and preparing financial reports. The Corps Accountant ensures financial records are accurate, complete, and timely, maintaining the integrity, security, and accountability of Salvation Army financial accounts. This role also involves keeping the Commanding Officer and local Advisor Board informed of the financial condition, providing recommendations, and serving as a liaison to Divisional Headquarters for accurate and timely submission of financial data and reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, bookkeeping, business or related field
Two years experience in the performance of increasing complex bookkeeping work utilizing a computerized accounting system (Great Plains preferred)
Some exposure to double-entry fund accounting
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to keypunch information into a computer.
Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically.
Ability to perform routine and complex mathematical computations repeatedly, rapidly and accurately.
Ability to operate various general office equipment including a computer and 10-key calculator.
Ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to effectively and efficiently work on multiple projects at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized.

Nice To Haves

Great Plains accounting system experience preferred

Responsibilities

Plans and administers all Corps and CSRC accounting functions for a variety of programs and accounts in accordance with established Salvation Army policy and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and FASB Standards.
Ensures that all accounting transactions are processed in an accurate and timely manner.
Maintains a thorough understanding of the unique CSRC operations; analyzes the condition and nature of the business affairs to ensure that all accounting entries are accurate and made in a timely manner.
Anticipates potential problems and makes adequate adjustments where needed; recognizes the impact of potential errors and ensures that financial practices are adhered to so as not to jeopardize the CSRC's National Program standing.
Serves as financial liaison to the Finance Committee of the local Advisory Board; reviews, approves, and releases all monthly financial information concerning the various accounts.
Assists in preparing the Advisory Board agenda for all items which impact the local financial position.
Post non-cash assets to ledger in accordance with current furnishings and equipment guidelines; calculates and posts depreciation in accordance with current SA depreciation schedule; maintains inventory of all non-cash assets.
Posts and maintains a variety of ledgers for all Corps books i.e. Corps, CSRC, Thrift Store, Women's Auxiliary, Home League, FEMA, and other programs unique to the Corps.
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, anticipates potential problems and prepares month-end-reports.