Nevada Wing Bookkeeper

Civil Air Patrol•Reno, NV

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Works independently to provide bookkeeping support to the Wing on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer regarding transactions affecting business units at the Wing level and below. Records financial transactions and prepares reports for supervisors and managers. Maintains financial records to ensure the Wing is following Civil Air Patrol (CAP) and government requirements by performing the duties described below. Performs other duties as assigned and approved by supervisor within the limitations established for the position. Wing Bookkeepers who are also CAP members must not perform volunteer duties while in paid status and must not serve in any position that presents a conflict of interest or appearance thereof.

Requirements

Two years of verifiable experience in a bookkeeping position.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills, especially MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to compose non-technical correspondence using a strong command of the English language and proper punctuation.
Knowledge of administrative procedures and practices relating to files.
Experience operating office equipment.
A high level of interpersonal skills, including poise, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to work occasional short-notice overtime.
Experience with accounting software.
Experience with a broad range of bookkeeping duties in a computerized environment including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Must have a valid state-issued Driver’s License.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in business or accounting preferred.
QuickBooks experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide bookkeeping support to the Wing.
Record financial transactions.
Prepare reports for supervisors and managers.
Maintain financial records to ensure compliance with Civil Air Patrol (CAP) and government requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned and approved by supervisor.