Corps Staff Accountant (DHQ)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for accounting functions for assigned Corps or Unit(s) and assists with other accounting and finance special projects as needed. The role supports general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, cash monitoring, budgeting, grant-related accounting, and audit preparation. It is a full-time position performed in a typical office environment and may require some weekend and evening work. The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Employees are expected not to undermine the organization’s religious mission.

Requirements

Accounting degree required; a four-year accounting degree is preferred.
At least one year of experience processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Proficiency with a PC and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Self-motivation and strong organizational skills.
Ability to help direct the work of others in the department.
Complete a background check; results will be reviewed.
Meet physical requirements that include good speaking, hearing, and visual ability; excellent manual dexterity; lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 25 pounds; bending, squatting, walking, and potentially standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience in not-for-profit accounting.
Four-year degree in accounting.

Responsibilities

Prepare accounting transactions to maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and monthly reconciliations.
Ensure transactions are properly classified, coded, and functionalized.
Review payable and receivable transactions and provide accounting clerks with information needed to perform their duties.
Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations, monthly and annual financial statements, cash flows, and other reports as needed.
Help monitor Corps or Unit cash balances and provide cash balance reports to Officers.
Prepare bank reconciliations and review reconciliations for other unassigned Corps or Unit(s).
Assist Officers with budget preparation and enter approved budgets into the accounting system.
Prepare pro forma Form 990 returns as needed.
Provide information for grant applications and monitor receipt of funds to help ensure payment and invoicing compliance.
Prepare work papers and schedules for internal and external auditors and help answer audit questions.
Provide backup to other staff accountants when needed.