The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for Accounting Clerk. Job Summary Performs a variety of accounting functions and works on various accounting related programs for the Center. Prepares special reports as requested by the Director of Finance; ensures accounting functions are performed in compliance with Salvation Army established policies, procedures, state, local, and federal rules and regulations; participates in audits by internal auditors; prepares ad hoc financial reports and ensures the accuracy and completeness of all accounting activities. Prepares and processes one or more of the following financial documents: invoices, billings, purchase orders, requisitions, vouchers, checks, check request, tax reports, payments and/or deposits, reviews and verifies the same for accuracy and completeness. Performs data entry of financial and payroll information; prepares spreadsheets for bookkeeping and reporting purposes. Applies accurate code numbers to financial documents and batches totals; keypunches information into the computer to generate checks, invoices, reports, spreadsheets, and financial documents. Receives, records and verifies cash receipts and deposits; prepares daily tabulations and reports of cash receipts; distributes receipts to proper funds; makes daily entries into cash receipts ledger. Collects, counts, records, and deposits vending machine revenues. Compiles data and generates departmental reports and inventory records; monitors incoming reports to ensure accuracy and completeness before processing the same. Assists in preparing and reviewing various financial and statistical reports and spreadsheets for accuracy and completeness. Assists in researching and reconciling accounts to ensure financial documents, correspondence, invoices, payments, spreadsheets, and other documents are accurate; resolves accounting problems with outside personal contacts. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the practices and procedures of basic accounting and/or bookkeeping. Knowledge of general office practices and procedures. Knowledge of computer spreadsheet software and word processing software. Knowledge, skills and ability to successfully communicate, both verbally and in writing, in the English language. Ability to read and comprehend manuals and written instructions. Ability to alphabetize, organize, and maintain various files. Ability to process financial and other documents in compliance with established policies and procedures. Education and Experience High school diploma or G.E.D., and two years of progressively responsible experience in a general office environment with accounting and/or bookkeeping responsibilities or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Licenses and Certifications None Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to type and keypunch information into a computer. Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically. Ability to operate general office equipment including a telephone, typewriter, computer and adding machine. Ability to successfully work with a variety of personalities and people in a positive manner. Limited physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. 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. Additional Information All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, please select 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