What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at The Salvation Army Central Territory?
Make an Impact as a Staff Accountant with The Salvation Army!
Location: 1130 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, Missouri 63139
Employment Type: Full-Time | Compensation: $60,000 Annually, depending on education and experience.
The Staff Accountant position requires a detail-oriented, self-driven professional who thrives in a high-volume environment and maintains the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality. This role is responsible for managing daily accounting functions, preparing financial statements and reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and Salvation Army policies. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task, remain focused under pressure, and deliver timely, precise results that contribute to organizational success—gaining a strong sense of accomplishment in supporting the mission.
At The Salvation Army Midland Divisional Headquarters, we’re seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our Team. With a recent software upgrade, this role offers the perfect opportunity to bring fresh ideas, help shape new processes and be a key contributor to our long-term success.
What You'll Do:
You’ll perform full-charge accounting for multiple locations, supporting our ministry operations. Duties include:
- Perform day-to-day accounting functions of revenues (receipting) accounts payable and ledgers.
- Maintain cash control logs and issue weekly reports to Corps Officer
- File monthly sales tax returns for units timely
- Prepare and input journal entries following established accounting procedures
- Perform bank account reconciliations for non-assigned locations
- Provide and maintain Teams access to monthly/annual closing reports and analysis files
- Make adjustments to Temporarily Restricted Assets and maintain analysis files
- Coordinate and balance with Grant and Contract Accountant on a monthly basis
- Review ledgers associated with related funds and accounts
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
- Prepare monthly financial statements to be reviewed by the Assistant Controller with final completion by the 15th of the month
- Prepare financial summary reports for Corps Officers presentations to Advisory and Corps Councils
- Prepare annual closing entries, analysis and reports according to GAAP
- Coordinate and prepare audit schedules
- Assist in budget preparation and enter annual and revised corps/unit budgets into accounting software
- Prepare written reviews of the budgeted variances on a monthly and as needed basis
- Maintain records within established Salvation Army policies and procedures
What You Bring to the Team:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
- Strong computer proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting software
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision
- A collaborative spirit, sound judgment, and a commitment to confidentiality
- Must pass an accounting skills test
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
The Salvation Army offers a robust benefits package that includes:
- 14 paid holidays
- Generous time off (vacation, sick, personal, floating holiday)
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance & Pension Plan
- Long-Term Disability (with buy-up option)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan & Aflac options
- Supportive, mission-driven team culture
More Than a Job—It’s a Calling.
At The Salvation Army, your work supports programs that transform lives. Whether you're a veteran, returning to work, or simply looking for meaningful employment—this is a great place to grow and give back.
Apply today and be part of something bigger.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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Who are we?
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The Salvation Army Mission
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.
Fair Chance Hire
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.
Benefits
The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package including:
- 14 days paid holidays
- Sick time, Generous vacation, personal days, and a floating holiday
- A great Health plan with low deductible, Dental, Vision, and Hearing insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Company-paid Pension Fund
- Long Term Disability with buyup option
- Voluntary Retirement Fund (403b)
- Voluntary Aflac products
- Voluntary Short-term Disability
- Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Other elective benefits
Salary : $60,000
