Corps Accountant

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

The Salvation Army - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Nashville, TN

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Corps Accountant at The Salvation Army is responsible for managing financial transactions and maintaining accurate financial records. This role involves overseeing the Great Plains Accounting Program, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and serving as a liaison between local units and Area Command. The accountant will also handle accounts payable and receivable, perform reconciliations, and prepare financial reports, all while adhering to the organization's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions and maintain daily financial records.
• Plan, implement, and administer the Great Plains Accounting Program.
• Supervise and review accounting records, ledgers, and statements for accuracy.
• Proof accounts payable and receivable entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure proper internal controls and accounting principles are followed.
• Prepare and process financial documents for accounts payables, including invoices and checks.
• Post and track payments to ledgers and ensure staff are aware of account balances.
• Research and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy of financial documents.
• Prepare correspondence regarding account statuses and respond to inquiries professionally.
• Perform reconciliation on outstanding items on accounts receivable.
• Photocopy and shred documents according to office policies.
• Generate, reconcile, and review ledger accounts for accuracy monthly.
• Prepare and enter correcting journal entries for Nashville Corps.
• Ensure all journal entries are recorded in the General Ledger.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial information and reports for Area Command.
• Process purchase requisitions and maintain organized files.
• Reconcile and balance donor records monthly with the Finance Department.
• Record and ensure accuracy of donations and revenues daily.
• Serve as backup for the Corps Accountant and manage cash receipts.
• Attend meetings and participate in weekly staff meetings regarding accounting procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of payroll and function as backup personnel.
• Organize and maintain filing system for invoices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in double-entry computerized accounting.
• Sage accounting experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience of one year or more.
• Knowledge of GAAP and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong organizational and writing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of donor management software.
• Experience with Lotus 123 and Word.
• Ability to evaluate and implement corrective actions in accounting functions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefit plans.
• Training and mentoring opportunities.
• A sense of purpose in the work performed.