Corps Staff Accountant (DHQ)

The Salvation Army Central Territory • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for accounting functions for assigned Corps or Unit(s) and assists with other accounting and finance special projects as needed. The role maintains the general ledger, supports financial reporting and cash monitoring, assists Officers with budgets, and helps meet grant, audit, and tax-reporting requirements. The position is full-time and is performed in a typical office environment. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

• Accounting degree required.
• One year of experience processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivation and strong organizational skills.
• Good speaking, hearing, and visual ability, with excellent manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push materials weighing up to 25 pounds; bend, squat, and walk; and potentially stand for extended periods.
• Must complete a background check; results will be reviewed.
• Employees must agree not to undermine The Salvation Army’s religious mission.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree in accounting preferred.
• Experience in not-for-profit accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting transactions to maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and monthly reconciliations.
• Ensure transactions are properly classified, coded, and functionalized.
• Review payable and receivable transactions and provide accounting clerks with information needed to perform their duties.
• Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations, monthly and annual financial statements, cash flows, and other ad hoc reports.
• Assist in monitoring Corps or Unit(s) cash balances and provide cash balance reports to Officers.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and review reconciliations for other unassigned Corps or Unit(s).
• Assist Officers with budget preparation and enter approved budgets into the accounting system.
• Prepare a pro forma Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt From Tax, as needed.
• Provide information for grant applications and monitor receipt of funds to help ensure payment and invoicing compliance.
• Prepare work papers and schedules for internal and external auditors and assist with audit questions.
• Provide backup support to other staff accountants when needed.
• Help direct the work of others in the department.

Benefits

• Health, wellness, and prescription drug benefits
• Paid time off
• Remote work options are available for this position, according to employee survey information.
• Four sick days may be used as discretionary days.
• 11 paid holidays each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree