Staff Accountant

Are you passionate about serving the church through excellence in stewardship and financial integrity? Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa is seeking a faithful and dedicated Staff Accountant to support the ministry by managing the financial responsibilities that help advance the Gospel. This role is not just about balancing books, it’s about ensuring resources are stewarded wisely so ministry can flourish and lives can be transformed by God’s amazing love, grace, and salvation. Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa (CCCM) is a Jesus Formed Community on Mission. Community, Formation and Mission are the three main ways that we believe we are to live out our discipleship to Jesus. We believe that through Gospel teaching, training, and resources, God’s people are enabled to take their discipleship into their own hands. Position Purpose / Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for processing and coordinating donations and missionaries support, preparing bank deposits, journal entries, G/L reconciliations, and some account analysis for the organization. The Staff Accountant will also work closely with the Missions and Communications departments. Responsibilities Agree with and live out the vision and values of CCCM as outlined in the Statement of Faith Be an example to those who you come in contact and serve with by exuding the love of Christ Understand that it is a privilege to serve the Lord in vocational ministry and that those who serve God on staff at CCCM are expected to embrace a high biblical, Christ-like standard of conduct and lifestyle, both public and personal Process contributions in donor system, maintain giving records and restricted income Assist with month end closing, reconciliations and other related duties. Manage Year-end contributions reporting and statements. Maintain mission grants, donations and support disbursements using the Accounts payable system and processes. Assist Controller in preparation and presentation of monthly financial and ad hoc reports Assist Controller with special development and strategic projects as needed. Assist in preparation of audit schedules. Actively monitor and report contribution trends to church team. Work closely with Church Communications team regarding quarterly reports and communications Additional duties as assigned Qualifications 3 years of accounting experience or a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Business Administration Non-Profit accounting experience preferred Experience in Sage and Bill helpful Proficient in computer software applications such as Excel, Teams and other MS Office Suite modules Work well both independently and in team environments Strong written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees.

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