Financial Accountant II, Temp F/T
About The Position
The Financial Accountant II position exists to provide support to the ministry in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial analysis, and reporting. This role involves developing a general understanding of ministry objectives, communicating with clients and staff, preparing accruals and journal entries, assisting with financial analysis and reconciliations, performing record-keeping, and gathering information for audits. The position may also include responsibilities in Accounts Payable, such as processing invoices and payments, and identifying/resolving payment processing issues. Additionally, the role may involve assisting in training staff and performing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with emphasis in Accounting preferred (or equivalent work experience)
- 1-3 years of experience in Accounting
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
- Ability to deal with stress from deadline pressure and multiple tasks
- Shows discretion in handling confidential information
- Proficient in use of MS Office software, especially Excel advanced functions (lookups, pivot tables, macros)
- Strong technical aptitude required to learn, operate, and troubleshoot specific software and related systems
- Attention to detail, self-starter, good follow-through
- Ability to learn complex subject matter and tasks quickly and with minimal supervision or assistance
- Analytical skills to extract data and draw conclusions
- Ability to prioritize and schedule workload; work independently
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2
- Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20
- Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
- Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
- Engages in Christian ministry
- Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values
- Strong integrity and character traits needed to provide accountability on financial stewardship, reporting, and management issues
- Must be a servant-oriented person who maximizes strengths and maintains accountability in areas of needed development
Nice To Haves
- Workday experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Develops general understanding of ministry objectives
- Communicates periodically with clients and other staff to facilitate accurate and timely accounting of ministry activities
- Prepares accruals and journal entries for the general ledger in compliance with GAAP, ministry policies, and procedures
- Assists in preparing financial analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries in support of monthly and annual close processes
- Performs record-keeping in compliance with GAAP and ministry policies
- Participates in cross functional team assignments as required
- Gathers information for internal and external audits
- Processes incoming invoices and corresponding payments
- Performs or assists with identification, investigation, and resolution of payment processing problems
- Assists in training staff at various levels
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Sick Time
- Bookstore Discount
- Fitness Center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
