Accounting Assistant

$45,760 - $49,920/Yr

Tallowood Baptist Church - Houston, TX

Full-time

Houston, TX

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized accounting professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our operations by managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with financial policies, procedures and applicable laws. This position is perfect for a self-starter who has a strong background in accounting principles and is eager to work in a Christian environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor financial transactions to ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations and generally accepted accounting principles
• Process accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely payments
• Reconcile and pay company credit cards, keeping precise records of receipts and reports
• Maintain accurate contribution records and assist donors with online giving
• Execute data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Perform year-end tasks, including filing 1099 reports and processing annual giving statements
• Prepare reports and provide supporting documentation for audit
• Participate in monthly, quarterly and year-end close activities
• Organize financial documents, reports, and files for easy retrieval and compliance purposes
• Assist with other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of work-related experience in accounting
• Proficiency in accounting principles, including accounts payable, receivables, budgeting, and general ledger reconciliation
• Strong initiative to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve, ensuring work is completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, Word and Teams
• Experience with accounting and database software applications; knowledge of Shelby Next and Rock RMS a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work well with people at all levels
• Efficient time management skills

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance