Accountant Job at Salvation Army in Norcross

Norcross, GA 1000 CENTER PLACE 30093 , Norcross, Georgia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Friday, March 7, 2025 at 4:59 AM

Location: The Salvation Army Metro Atlanta Area Command

About this opportunity:

Performs a variety of general cost and fund accounting activities for assigned divisional accounts; posts, maintains, and balances journal entries; reconciles accounts and tracks activity of the same; processes accounts payables and receivables as well as deposits/payments to Divisional Headquarters; prepares routine financial statements and reports; assists in preparing reports for internal and external audits; maintains efficient filing system for assigned accounts; ensures accounting functions are performed in compliance with established policies and procedures, as well as, state and federal rules and regulations.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensures that all MAAC deposits from internal or external sources are properly coded and deposited in a timely manner.
• Reviews all Accounts Receivables entries from outside corps for accuracy and posts same to Great Plains.
• Deposits intercompany funds into bank accounts of outside corps and notify corps staff and/or officer of same.
• Reconciles Bank Statements in a timely and accurate manner, including entry of necessary cash adjustments as noted on monthly bank statements.
• Confirms and posts all Red Kettle Campaign deposits into Great Plains.
• Ensures that annual Red Kettle Campaign deposits posted to RKW reconcile to postings of Red Kettle funds in Great Plains.
• Reviews journal entries, Accounts Receivable postings, Accounts Payable postings, bank reconciliations, etc. performed by other assigned finance staff members.
• Monitors cash flow for Metro Atlanta Area Command on a weekly basis to ensure funding is maintained at a reasonable level.
• Prepares financial reports as requested by the Area Command or local unit staff.
• Enters data into Great Plains; proofs entries for accuracy and prepares/posts journal entries as necessary.
• Ensures all checks/ACH deposits for PD-5 payments from Divisional Headquarters are properly coded and deposited to corresponding unit in a timely manner.
• Prepares check requests for all intercompany fund transfers.
• Maintains chart of accounts; add new accounts as required.
• Maintains organized up-to-date files on all account transactions.
• Prepares year-end schedules to be used for internal and/or external audits.
• Assists internal and external auditors by providing requested deposits, invoices, etc.; provides explanations of supporting documents and policies/procedures.
• Ensures government grant payments are properly coded and recorded in Great Plains.
• Instructs and trains Metro Atlanta Area Command and corps finance staff in the proper methods and procedures of conducting work.
• Works with staff to research and resolve posting discrepancies or errors.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date subsidiary receipt book log.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date credit card machine sign out log.
• Ensures all electronically deposited checks are secured for the required time and then properly destroyed.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities, conferences, and seminars to enhance professional growth.
• Reports on changes in financial position/budget variances.
• Serves as lead for accounting staff responsible for financial systems, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other general accounting functions.
• Assumes responsibilities of other accountants in their absence.
• Works on special projects as directed by the Finance Manager.

What we are looking for in you:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or related field; and
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid State Driver’s License

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Duties are usually performed seated. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time. Work is performed in a normal office environment.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans and more!

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.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.

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.

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

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