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Accountant Oklahoma City, OK, USA Req #33851 Thursday, December 12, 2024 Location: The Salvation Army, 1001 N. Pennsylvania Ave, Oklahoma City Position Type: Non-exempt (hourly), Full-Time (up to 40 hours per week) The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for an Accountant. We offer competitive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance plans; Group Life Insurance; Retirement Benefits; Education Assistance; and Paid Time Off. About this opportunity: Performs computerized double-entry bookkeeping tasks requiring basic knowledge of the principles and practices of fund accounting in order to properly record and maintain precise fiscal records and financial data; applies fundamental bookkeeping knowledge and skills to varied bookkeeping tasks such as posting, checking entries, issuing checks, balancing accounts, and preparing financial reports for assigned accounts; prepares and maintains financial records in an accurate, complete, and timely manner while ensuring the integrity, security and accountability of Salvation Army financial accounts as directed by the Accounting Manager. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. 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. Transfers totals from ledger accounts to routine financial statements; prepares Income & Expense Statement, Balance Sheet, Bank Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable and Payable Reports, etc. Posts and maintains accounts payable ledger; receives, dates, stamps, obtains approval stamp, and codes all invoices; matches invoices with appropriate back-up paperwork and purchase order; enters data into the accounts payable system; runs reports weekly to determine bills that are due; enters cash payments into the computer; runs checks, records disbursements in all cash ledgers, and distributes checks. Posts and maintains accounts receivable ledger; receives invoice payments and verifies amount due; prepares receipt, stamps check, posts payment, runs reports, and completes and files deposit slip; determines source of funds and makes appropriate entry into books; maintains records of amounts receivable from Divisional Headquarters, Territorial Headquarters, other units, and vendors; collects amounts from officers and employees for personal phone calls, uniforms, etc. Receives, records, and deposits cash receipts; prepares daily tabulations and reports of cash receipts; distributes receipts to proper funds; makes daily entries into cash receipts ledger; makes adjusting entries as necessary i.e., voids checks and bank charges, etc.; prepares checks for deposit; reconciles bank balance to book balance. Classifies receipts and disbursements in accordance with established codes; maintains billing and posting of charges and credits to accounts; prepares summary reports. Posts payments of expenditures; issues checks as necessary; maintains specified fund accounts and verifies daily deposits. Prepares and balances bank reconciliations and copies financial statements from computer printouts to required forms. Generates complex financial documentation and technical reports. Maintains checking accounts by making daily deposits, tracking bank balance, and reconciling accounts; follows-up with bank to resolve errors; maintains complete file of deposit slips and cancelled checks. Prepares and maintains records, databases, books, logs, lists, etc. in an accurate, complete, and timely manner; updates, posts and indexes information and inputs data into the computer to maintain records; researches files to locate specific information found in documents, correspondence, lists, forms, etc. Provides assistance during Christmas season as directed by the Accounting Manager. Provides assistance in performing routine audits; prepares audit work papers; assembles and prepares records for presentation to auditor; answers auditor questions as necessary; prepares a response to items in the audit report. Prepares and enters general journals for payroll, Gifts in Kind, General Ledger corrections, depreciation, and other needed entries. Prepares monthly professional reports for submission to DHQ, Finance Committee, Area Commander as directed by the Accounting Manager. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and maintains a filing system of a variety of financial documents; maintains and utilizes the bring-up filing system; purges files to obtain and update information; ensures the files are maintained in an organized and efficient manner. Maintains and balances assigned petty cash fund; receives and verifies vouchers to be paid ensuring authorized signature of approval is present; prepares back-up paperwork for new checks to be written and cashes checks received. Provides accounting assistance for special fund-raising activities. Performs other related work as required. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT Computer Photocopy Machine Calculator Credit Card Machine MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, bookkeeping, business, or related field. And Two years experience in the performance of increasing complex bookkeeping work utilizing a computerized accounting system (Sage Intacct preferred) with some exposure to double-entry fund accounting. or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Valid Drivers License KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of basic double-entry bookkeeping and fund accounting principles and practices. Knowledge of modern computerized double-entry data entry methods as they pertain to bookkeeping functions. Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and practices. Knowledge of Excel, Word, and accounting software in general (Sage Intacct specifically). Knowledge of financial accounting systems and procedures. Knowledge of extensive body of accounting rules, practices, and procedure. Ability to apply complex procedures requiring independent judgment. Ability to prepare routine and special financial reports and records. Ability to obtain numerical totals and balances and to verify information from complex forms and transfer to computers or manual reports. Ability to accept fiscal responsibility of assigned functionalized accounts. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of all information associated with the job. MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to keypunch information into a computer. Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically. Ability to perform routine and complex mathematical computations repeatedly, rapidly, and accurately. Ability to operate various general office equipment including a computer and 10-key calculator. Ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines. Ability to follow instructions and work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work on multiple projects effectively and efficiently at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individuals ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. The Salvation Army reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice. Why work for us? The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good. Additional Information: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, click on the Apply Now icon at the bottom of this posting. Application Submittal Period: Until filled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location. We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army! Other details Job Family AOK-NON-EXEMPT Job Function Finance Pay Type Hourly Apply Now Share this job: