Accounting Clerk II

GENERAL STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• At least 5 years of experience in a business and computer-based accounting environment.
• An associate's degree in business accounting is a plus
• Ability to build and maintain spreadsheets

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to research and confirm TSA policy
• High degree of accounting or bookkeeping knowledge
• Detail oriented; having a strong attention to detail
• Team player; polite, courteous and respectful of others
• Excellent customer service mindset
• Excellent use of verbal and written communication
• Excellent telephone and personable skills
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Proficient typing and key pad skills
• Independent decision making
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential
• Must be able to retain training that is given

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the capabilities and functions of an Accounting Financial Software
• Skilled in the purposeful use ofthe Microsoft Suite.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Works to meet the mission of the Salvation Army and NW-AK/DHQ Finance Dept. Make decisions independently and exhibit a high degree of time management skills. Maintain a more frequent flow of communication with corps officers and administrative staff with a complete understanding of accounting systems, policies, and procedures. Primarily reports to Assistant Controller.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process payables and income pertaining to assigned portfolio
• Knowledgeable in grant source coding
• Includes verifying all back-up is in place prior to posting
• May consist of payroll manual checks
• Process assigned check runs
• Independently research and successfully resolve issues pertaining to payables and income.
• Must know how to read the chart of accounts and determine correct coding
• Establish and maintain electronic files
• Create professional communications and relationships in the field.
• Back up other clerk(s) in the event of an absence
• Research W-9 and resolve Vendor Card set up issues
• Complete all Corps related filing if needed
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer
• Ability to understand written information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options: An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.

Paid Vacation:

Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.
Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.
Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.

Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year