"Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment. 

Catholic Community Services (CCS) is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community for over 85 years. We seek individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in their community. Join us today and become a champion in the lives of others!”

Pay: $17.04 - $21.28 / hour

Schedule: 10 – 20 hours a week for approximately 90 days. Short extension possible, if needed.

Location: Salem, OR

Type: Temporary - Part Time - Non-Exempt

General Position Summary: The Accounting Specialist I perform transactional accounting functions, administrative and clerical services to provide accurate recording and reporting of assigned company financial information. Specific functions include processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, authorizing payment for services and tracking the expenditures and reporting for specific assigned programs within the three companies. 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

1. AA degree in accounting or related field and one year of experience in accounts payable and billing or three years of documented work experience in accounts payable and billing.
2. Computer software proficiency in access, excel, Microsoft word and bookkeeping / accounting software.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

1. Familiarity with fund accounting, cost allocation plans, and public agency reporting requirements preferred.
2. Experience working with computerized accounting systems and how they aid in compiling, maintaining, and using accounting information preferred.
3. Prior non-profit experience helpful.

Required to demonstrate Job Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Accounts payable, billing processing, cash receipts and basic payroll. 
2. Competence in computers and computer software such as MS Access, Excel, Word, ADP (HRIS systems) and accounting software is required.
3. Must have excellent customer services skills.
4. Skill in follow up and follow through.
5. Organizational skills.
6. Maintain confidential information.
7. Work with all the people we serve.
8. Be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment.
9. Handle multiple projects.
10. Complete tasks on time and meet deadlines.
11. Be accurate.
12. Communicate effectively (written and oral).
13. Prioritize workload

Essential Position Functions and Key Work Processes:

1. Process, validate and code accounts payable transactions, verify appropriate authorization and documentation is present, enter information into General Ledger, reconcile vendor statements and monthly reconciliations. 
2. Backup to payroll on final checks and Bi-monthly payroll processing.
3. Prepare and distribute checks, employee reimbursements, petty cash funds and maintain all accounts payable documentation.
4. Process, validate and code accounts receivable transactions, prepare daily deposits, take deposits to the bank, enter information into General Ledger and reconcile client statements.
5. Ensure that financial transactions are timely, accurate, easy to interpret, meet policy requirements and notify supervisor of any discrepancies.
6. Complete credit applications for new vendor credit accounts.
7. Assist with end of year audit, as needed.
8. Participate in all staff development, training, and meetings as required.
9. Perform other work and back-up relief as assigned by supervisor.