Accounts Receivable / Cashier Clerk

Position Summary:  The Accounts Receivable/Cashier is responsible for the timely collection of receivables, prepares daily deposits, reconciles cash and credit transactions, and maintains detailed and organized financial records. The Accounts Receivable/Cashier works closely with internal departments and external Salvation Army locations to resolve discrepancies, apply payments correctly, and support the organization’s overall financial health.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepares weekly deposits for all money (cash/sometimes checks) received for the general fund as well as online banking for Huntington Bank accounts
• Post batches daily from deposits made online and at the bank for general fund/city fund
• Communicate with corps to resolve payment discrepancy such as over/under payment of invoice, not enough information on check for money received
• Process reimbursement of petty cash slips daily for all DHQ employees.
• Prepare journal for petty cash replenishment through a check usually once or twice a month
• Facilitate with auditors over receipted transactions
• Order vending and pop machine products, as well as empty vending machines of all monies/count for deposit and handle all reimbursements to employees for money lost in vending machines
• Receipt any and all offerings from special events or camps
• Responsible for opening and sorting all incoming mail daily at Divisional headquarters and handling all incoming checks from mail
• Receive payroll checks for HR weekly for those employees who do not receive direct deposit
• Prepare journal entries for posting errors and NSF checks for general fund/city fund accounts
• Prepare and post Lockbox and internet donations
• Process and make check request to money listed in exchange account regarding overpayment of invoices, etc.
• Process check requests for Salvation Army units from the Territorial Headquarters wire
• Balance receipts and deposits at month end with bank statement
• Archive in Docstar and file all batches completed for general and city fund
• Order and prep gift cards and certificates for Christmas for each Salvation Army corps location
• Attend fundraising events as necessary for cash purposes
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma/GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Degree in accounting or similar field
• Experience in accounts receivable processes

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: 

• Willing to train and learn a full range of skills related to the position

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates and Licenses: 

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
• Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR).

Qualifications:

Full Time

The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:

• Health Care Benefits which include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Hearing
• Flexible spending accounts
• AFLAC
• Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Pet Insurance
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
• Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes:
• Sick days begin accruing the first of the month following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available. 
• Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
• Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment. 
• The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
• You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.
• Birthday off with pay.  
• Paid holidays are effective immediately.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.  Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

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 of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.