The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
Business Administrator - Alameda County Exempt Full Time
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
Pay Range
$68,640-$75,000 Salary
The Salvation Army Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
BASIC PURPOSE To ensure that all accounting procedures for the individual entities in Alameda County adhere to Salvation Army policy and that normal accounting standards are followed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Contracts and Grants (Alameda County)
Process contracts and grants, coordinate approvals, maintain files, monitor billing.
Attend meetings, coordinate with Department Heads, community relations coordinator, grant writer.
Accounting and Finance
Accounts receivable: maintain reports, forward to DHQ, review accuracy, match checks.
Cash receipts: maintain, batch, process bad checks, forward to DHQ.
Accounts payable: code invoices, secure approvals, forward to DHQ, audit statements, request payments.
Purchasing: prepare requisitions for capital expenditures, obtain approvals, file checks.
Budgets: formulate working budgets, compile program budgets, forward to DHQ, manage $6.1M budget, meet with Department Heads, attend finance committee meetings.
Reports: assist DHQ in month‑end closings, compile reports for Department Heads, Finance Committee.
Audits: assist DHQ in preparation, work with auditors, prepare worksheets, attend site visits.
Human Resources
Complete key HR functions for all programs: recruitment, hiring, onboarding, payroll changes, terminations.
Support program directors, report to DHQ HR, participate in HR training, act as main point for employee investigations, assist during audits.
Payroll
Supervise payroll for campus employees, train payroll personnel, review transmissions for accuracy and compliance.
Agency Representation
Attend conferences and finance meetings of government and private nonprofit funding organizations.
Christmas Project – Kettles
Collaborate with Corps Officer and Kettle Coordinator to manage kettle income, develop contract, ensure deposits, troubleshoot issues, order supplies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred (other concentrations acceptable).
Five or more years’ experience in accounting field in advanced business or accounting position.
Computer literate; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; high accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience with Shelby and Vivid software preferred.
Strong written and oral communication in English.
Patience, courtesy, organization, self‑motivation, flexibility, people skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in time‑sensitive manner.
Maintain confidentiality and security of communications.
Valid California Class C Driver’s License and ability to drive Salvation Army vehicle.
Age 21 or older; complete Salvation Army vehicle course training.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist intermittently or continuously.
Specific vision: color vision required.
Capacity to grasp, push/pull objects, reach overhead.
Operate telephone, lift up to 25 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Operate a computer.
Process written, visual, verbal information.
QUALIFICATIONS Education : Bachelor of Accounting (required).
Licenses & Certifications : Driver’s License (required).
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The Salvation Army Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
BASIC PURPOSE To ensure that all accounting procedures for the individual entities in Alameda County adhere to Salvation Army policy and that normal accounting standards are followed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Contracts and Grants (Alameda County)
Process contracts and grants, coordinate approvals, maintain files, monitor billing.
Attend meetings, coordinate with Department Heads, community relations coordinator, grant writer.
Accounting and Finance
Accounts receivable: maintain reports, forward to DHQ, review accuracy, match checks.
Cash receipts: maintain, batch, process bad checks, forward to DHQ.
Accounts payable: code invoices, secure approvals, forward to DHQ, audit statements, request payments.
Purchasing: prepare requisitions for capital expenditures, obtain approvals, file checks.
Budgets: formulate working budgets, compile program budgets, forward to DHQ, manage $6.1M budget, meet with Department Heads, attend finance committee meetings.
Reports: assist DHQ in month‑end closings, compile reports for Department Heads, Finance Committee.
Audits: assist DHQ in preparation, work with auditors, prepare worksheets, attend site visits.
Human Resources
Complete key HR functions for all programs: recruitment, hiring, onboarding, payroll changes, terminations.
Support program directors, report to DHQ HR, participate in HR training, act as main point for employee investigations, assist during audits.
Payroll
Supervise payroll for campus employees, train payroll personnel, review transmissions for accuracy and compliance.
Agency Representation
Attend conferences and finance meetings of government and private nonprofit funding organizations.
Christmas Project – Kettles
Collaborate with Corps Officer and Kettle Coordinator to manage kettle income, develop contract, ensure deposits, troubleshoot issues, order supplies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred (other concentrations acceptable).
Five or more years’ experience in accounting field in advanced business or accounting position.
Computer literate; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; high accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience with Shelby and Vivid software preferred.
Strong written and oral communication in English.
Patience, courtesy, organization, self‑motivation, flexibility, people skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in time‑sensitive manner.
Maintain confidentiality and security of communications.
Valid California Class C Driver’s License and ability to drive Salvation Army vehicle.
Age 21 or older; complete Salvation Army vehicle course training.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist intermittently or continuously.
Specific vision: color vision required.
Capacity to grasp, push/pull objects, reach overhead.
Operate telephone, lift up to 25 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Operate a computer.
Process written, visual, verbal information.
QUALIFICATIONS Education : Bachelor of Accounting (required).
Licenses & Certifications : Driver’s License (required).
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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