West Virginia Wing Bookkeeper

Civil Air Patrol•Charleston, WV

7d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The West Virginia Wing Bookkeeper 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. The role records financial transactions, prepares reports for supervisors and managers, and maintains financial records to ensure the Wing follows Civil Air Patrol (CAP) and government requirements. The employee performs other duties as assigned and approved by the supervisor within the limitations established for the position. Wing Bookkeepers who are also CAP members must not perform volunteer duties while in paid status or serve in a position that presents a conflict of interest or the appearance of one. This is a full-time, non-exempt position in the Financial Management department, located in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical hours are 40 hours per week. Travel is not required. The position reports to the Wing Bookkeeper Manager and does not offer a relocation package. A comprehensive background check is mandatory. Applicants should submit a detailed resume; phone calls are not accepted.

Requirements

At least two years of verifiable experience in a bookkeeping position.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to compose non-technical correspondence using strong English-language skills and proper punctuation.
Knowledge of administrative procedures and practices relating to files.
Experience operating office equipment.
Strong 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.
Valid state-issued driver's license.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide independent bookkeeping support to the Wing on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer for transactions affecting business units at the Wing level and below.
Record financial transactions.
Prepare reports for supervisors and managers.
Maintain financial records to ensure compliance with Civil Air Patrol and government requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned and approved by the supervisor within the position's limitations.