Staff Accountant (8419)

The Salvation Army • Washington, DC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Regional Accounting Manager, this position performs computerized double-entry bookkeeping tasks requiring basic and advanced knowledge of fund accounting principles and practices to properly record and maintain fiscal records and financial data. It applies fundamental bookkeeping knowledge and skills to various tasks such as posting, checking entries, issuing checks, balancing accounts, and preparing financial reports for assigned accounts. The role ensures the integrity, security, and accountability of Salvation Army financial accounts, recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options, assists in budget preparation, and reconciles financial discrepancies. Additionally, it prepares and ratifies hours and accruals for payroll processing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting.
• Two years of experience with general ledger accounting, depreciation, reconciliation and advanced spreadsheet/database production.
• Knowledge of Great Plains (GP Dynamics 2010) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and must meet TSA MVR Requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Six years of equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, monitors, and ensures the accountability and security of all monies processed through the office; prepares and verifies bank deposits.
• Posts and maintains a variety of ledgers; 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 and prepares reports.
• Receives and processes all invoices; runs checks matching invoices with appropriate back-up paperwork and purchase orders; enters data into accounts payable system; weekly runs reports to determine financial position of all accounts, reconciling bank balances.
• Transfers totals from ledger accounts to routine financial statements; prepares Income & Expense Statement, Balance Sheet, Bank Reconciliation, Mileage, Self-Denial, Accounts Receivable and Payable Reports, etc.
• Prepares month end journal entries to close accounts on a monthly basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level