Accounting Assistant

Position Description

Position Title: Accounting Assistant

Department: Administration

Reports To: Financial Controller

Status: Full-time or Part-time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Effective Date: April 2026

Christ-Centered Culture

• This means we regularly share our faith with others. The Great Commission is our mission, and our role is to equip and encourage others to do the same.
• We keep Christ central through active participation in and contribution to the spiritual growth of the organization, maintaining God-pleasing relationships with all co-workers, volunteers, donors, and partners.
• Every person, and position, is eagerly looking for opportunities to directly mobilize ministry through our volunteers and donors.

Summary of Role

Responsible for processing and accuracy of all Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activity in accounting systems according to GAAP. Maintains current Chart of Accounts and general accounting structure for the organization. Responsible for assisting in monthly/annual close and audit activities. Helps ensure accurate financial and budgetary reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• ensures compliance with company’s financial policies and procedures
• collects, records, reconciles, and prepares financial reports within financial systems
• inputs daily transactions into accounting systems
• assists in preparation and analysis of financial statements and related reports
• involved in development and implementation of systems and processes to ensure timely financial reporting
• supports internal and external audit functions
• manages monthly balancing of books and monthly account reviews
• provides management with timely review of organization’s financial status and progress, as requested
• partners with other administration personnel in timely delivery of departmental functions including payroll, employee onboarding, tax compliance, employee benefits, etc.
• partners with Mission Advancement to ensure accurate recording of donor contributions and tracking of restricted gifts
• other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Characteristics:

• must demonstrate alignment with Kingdom Workers' Statement of Faith
• associate's degree (accounting preferred) or equivalent experience
• interest in or desire to learn budgeting, forecasting, and financial reports
• ability to work with all levels of management
• ability to participate in a work environment that fosters open and honest two-way communication
• ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time, while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• must possess strong communication skills
• be comfortable with the use of technology and software platforms
• have proven ability to work cross-culturally while building relationships and working collaboratively with others

Location and Travel Expectations:

• position is based in the KW Home Office in Waukesha, WI
• position can be partially remote as approved by management
• ability to travel occasionally
• ability to travel by road, air or other means as may be encountered in a developing country

• ability to happily spend time and work in remote areas
• valid passport, or ability to obtain one, required

• valid driver’s license required

Other Conditions:

• frequently required to walk, sit, stand, and/or lift up to 30 pounds

• frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity

• continually required to talk and hear

• occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions including outdoor exposure

• occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities or physical restrictions to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above information describes the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, abilities, duties, and requirements necessary to perform the primary functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.