Staff Accountant

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•St. Louis, MO

7d•Remote

About The Position

The Staff Accountant position requires a detail-oriented, self-driven professional who thrives in a high-volume environment and maintains the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality. This role is responsible for managing daily accounting functions, preparing financial statements and reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and Salvation Army policies. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task, remain focused under pressure, and deliver timely, precise results that contribute to organizational success—gaining a strong sense of accomplishment in supporting the mission. At The Salvation Army Midland Divisional Headquarters, we’re seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our Team. With a recent software upgrade, this role offers the perfect opportunity to bring fresh ideas, help shape new processes and be a key contributor to our long-term success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Strong computer proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting software
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision
A collaborative spirit, sound judgment, and a commitment to confidentiality
Must pass an accounting skills test
Requirement of Missouri or Illinois residency.

Responsibilities

Perform full-charge accounting for multiple locations, supporting ministry operations.
Perform day-to-day accounting functions of revenues (receipting) accounts payable and ledgers.
Maintain cash control logs and issue weekly reports to Corps Officer.
File monthly sales tax returns for units timely.
Prepare and input journal entries following established accounting procedures.
Perform bank account reconciliations for non-assigned locations.
Provide and maintain Teams access to monthly/annual closing reports and analysis files.
Make adjustments to Temporarily Restricted Assets and maintain analysis files.
Coordinate and balance with Grant and Contract Accountant on a monthly basis.
Review ledgers associated with related funds and accounts.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
Prepare monthly financial statements to be reviewed by the Assistant Controller with final completion by the 15th of the month.
Prepare financial summary reports for Corps Officers presentations to Advisory and Corps Councils.
Prepare annual closing entries, analysis and reports according to GAAP.
Coordinate and prepare audit schedules.
Assist in budget preparation and enter annual and revised corps/unit budgets into accounting software.
Prepare written reviews of the budgeted variances on a monthly and as needed basis.
Maintain records within established Salvation Army policies and procedures.