Accounts Payable Clerk

Scope of Position

Process expenses from all Corps and Area Services into the accounting package while adhering to The Salvation Army's accounting policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Always maintain strict confidentiality.
• Apply accounting principles and practices following standardized, well-established procedures, regulations, and guidelines.
• Assist Corps Officers with the preparation of financial-related materials for audits.
• Assist in month-end closing procedures.
• Input financial-related data into computer systems and maintain financial reports and records related to programs.
• Institute safeguards to ensure the integrity and maintenance of the accounting system.
• Maintain an unpaid invoice file; input invoices and other delinquent data into the accounts payable module after invoices/data have been reviewed by the Corps Officer for accuracy and coded to proper accounts and departments within the program.
• Maintain and oversee maintenance of financial documents (check vouchers, payroll, etc.).
• Provide coverage for the Accounts Receivable Clerks.
• Record and post expenses into the computer system.
• Corps Officers will advise which payables to process based on available funds.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in accounting or business management, or three years of experience, is highly preferred.
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, accounting software, and databases.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
• Should be well organized, show strong initiative, and have adequate follow-through.
• Valid driver's license.
• Will respect and promote the interests of The Salvation Army.
• The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but they are required to promote and respect The Salvation Army's mission.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage, including dental/vision/hearing, with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles
• Employer-funded pension plan (100% vested after five years of eligible service)
• Telehealth/online doctor visits
• $20K basic life insurance, including grief counseling services, funeral planning services, and will/power of attorney/legal document preparation (no cost to employee)
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage (no cost to employee)
• Long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance options (Aflac, homeowners, auto, and pet insurance)
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care
• 403(b) traditional (pre-tax) or Roth (after-tax) retirement plan options
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and marriage leave
• Most importantly – a job with a great purpose, inspiring you to make a difference every day!