Finance Clerk / Office Aide

The Salvation Army Southern California•Tacoma, WA

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The temporary Finance Clerk / Office Aide is responsible for the fiscal operations of The Salvation Army Tacoma Citadel Corps and Social Services. The Finance Clerk / Office Aide works with the Business Operations Manager and Corps Officers to ensure that all accounts payable and financial donations are recorded and processed. During the Christmas season, they also ensure that Red Kettle donations are counted and deposited, per policy.

Requirements

Bachelors degree
Minimum of two years of experience in finance / professional office work.
Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality.
Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements and guidelines, including passing a TSA background check.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Self-motivated and able to quickly learn and apply new information and skills.
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (email)
Ability to learn Salvation Army accounting software (Finance Web, Shelby etc.)
Data Entry – able to learn skills required work on in Wellsky/HMIS data systems
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
Ability to operate telephone
Ability to operate desktop or laptop computer
Ability to understand written information.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (emptying trash, moving boxes, etc.)
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Valid Washington State Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Prepare and process deposits in accordance with Salvation Army policies and banking procedures, including donations, credit card receipts, church tithes and offerings, facility rentals, mail donations and other receipts
Process accounts payable transactions, including invoices, statement accounts, and related payment documentation.
Generate invoices, as needed, for outside agencies.
Participate in bi-weekly Grants & Compliance meetings and assist with related administrative tasks.
Conduct business banking and post office activities as needed.
Provide front desk coverage when needed, including answering phones, greeting visitors, and directing inquiries.
Oversee Christmas Kettle counting volunteers and related cash-handling procedures.
Maintains accurate records of giftcard inventory, distribution and reconciliation, including seasonal Christmas assistance programs.
Maintain confidentiality of financial, personnel, donor, participant, and organizational information.
Treat all staff members, volunteers, and residents with respect and dignity, maintaining appropriate personal boundaries at all times, per TSA’s Standard of Ethics.
Maintain an organized, safe, and professional work environment.
All other duties assigned by the Corps Officers and Business Operations Manager.