Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk

Job Objective:

The ARC Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk is responsible for processing transactions into the Shelby Systems accounting software and includes but is not limited to receipting entries, accounts payable (Check processing), journal entries, Counterpoint POS reports & daily sales reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.

Essential Functions: This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

1. Perform full charge bookkeeping.
2. Monitors compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Salvation Army Accounting processes and procedures.
3. Applies principles of accounting to post journal entries, analyze financial information and prepare financial reports for ARC.
4. Code, Review, and post Accounts Payable invoices.
5. File check copies and related documents according to established procedures.
6. Obtain W-9 forms as needed.
7. Prepare Rags Sales & Vehicle Sales Report for submission to ARCC
8. Assist Internal Auditor with audit preparations as needed.
9. Handle the Auto Donation process.
10. Prepare invoices through Shelby AR for Internal (SA Unit) and external vouchers billing, collection, and reconciliation.
11. Work with Sr. Accountant and Director of Business to ensure timely month-end & year-end closing, Submit requested info promptly.
12. Prepare a list of eligible vendors for ARC Command for 1099 processing at year-end.
13. Match store deposit to Daily Sales and credit card postings & process CP Daily Reconciliations
14. Identify incoming wire transfers and post in AR regularly. Job Description Page 2 of 3
15. Preparation of Weekly gratuities.
16. Maintain files on open AR and communicate with Sr. Accountant on weekly basis.
17. Must be able to meet standard work hours in place, currently 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Occasional overtime in workday evenings or Saturdays may be required.
18. Must be willing to express support for the mission statement of The Salvation Army and the Vision Statement of The Adult Rehabilitation Centers Command.

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, certifications, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education & Experience:

1. High School Degree required. Prefer an Accounting Certificate or 2-year associate in a related field and a minimum of two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Excellent computer skills including MS Office.
3. Position requires a confident, self-motivated, multi-tasked individual with integrity in the use of resources.
4. Demonstrate ability as a team-builder and able to maintain confidentiality.
5. Act in a manner consistent with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army.
6. Must be highly organized, detail-oriented (accuracy) self-starter able to meet deadlines.
7. Strong Communication skills are necessary.
8. Willingness to promote and work by The Salvation Army's mission, vision, and values, with particular regard to the excellence of service.
9. Must pass all applicable background checks.

Skills/Abilities:

1. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
2. Able to analyze and identify trends in data
3. Superior written and oral communications skills
4. Excellent time management, decision making, and organizational skills
5. Superior Microsoft Word and Excel skills

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to read, collect, analyze and interpret data.

Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Clerical/Mathematical Skills:

Ability to apply mathematical and accounting operations to daily tasks as required.

Language Skills:

Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, professional journals, government regulations, legal documents, and accounting and business reports.

Able to write reports and business correspondence. Able to effectively present information to individuals and groups and to respond to questions from constituents.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements:

Job Description Page 3 of 3 The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical requirements include:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and hear or talk.

The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms.

Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a typical office environment. All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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.

Compensation: $11.00Hr