Compliance Accountant

Monday- Friday 8:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M., Pay Rate: $59,000 Annually

About the role

This position is responsible for various accounting and financial functions related to Omaha Social Services’ government/program grants and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records and prepare budgets, financial reports and claim billing as required for certain government agencies.
• Track and monitor claim billing to ensure income is received.
• Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, governmental regulations and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Prepare reconciliations for the City and General Fund bank accounts.
• Assist the Divisional Finance Manager in preparation of internal and external audit schedules.
• Assist the Divisional Finance Manager in the preparation of the annual financial statement consolidation process for the division.
• Serve as custodian for the City Fund petty cash at DHQ. Replenish City Fund petty cash accounts for DHQ and Omaha Social Services locations.
• Prepare monthly schedules for the local investment account activity.
• Lend support to the development of City Corps and Social Service program annual budgets.
• Serve as primary bank initiator of electronic bank transfers.
• Journal the City Fund, General Fund, Inflection Point, and Camp bi-weekly payrolls.
• Track all DHQ/City fleet vehicles for annual registration. Process all new vehicle registrations as purchases occur.
• Reconcile the Corps support service quarterly.
• Process monthly invoices for City Fund, Booth Manor, and 3612 LP.
• Prepare and enter month-end journals for City Fund, Camp, 3612 LP, Booth Manor, and IP.
• Monitor and complete unclaimed property reports.
• Assist with receipting and accounts payable in the event of absences.
• Driving is an essential duty of this position.
• Other duties as assigned by the Divisional Finance Manager and the Divisional Secretary for Business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and one to two years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access, as well as the ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
• Administrative skills to include utilization of standard office equipment, data entry, 10-key, attention to details and filing.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.
• Must pass all applicable background checks.
• Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside.
• Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.
• Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying objects (25 lbs.)

Working Conditions

The work environment is a business office setting with office equipment, light traffic and moderate noise levels.

Schedule

Monday- Friday 8:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M.

Pay

$59,000 Annually