Entry Level Accountant

$55,000 - $55,000/Yr

Passage Ministries - Gainesville, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Gainesville, FL

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Entry Level Accountant at PASSAGE Ministries Inc is responsible for overseeing accounting and finance operations, including budgeting and forecasting, while ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable federal and state regulations. This role involves preparing financial statements and providing advice to support decision-making within the organization. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, reliable, and possess strong communication skills to interact effectively with senior management and various departments.

Responsibilities

• Gather financial data and ledgers
• Consolidate and analyze financial statements and results
• Prepare budgets and monitor expenditures
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Manage periodical reporting
• Oversee external and internal audits
• Analyze finances to determine risks and create forecasts
• Advise management on crafting effective business plans and resolving cost-related issues

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and practices
• In-depth experience in risk analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and finance software
• An analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Organizational and leadership skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ministry databases: Power Church, Ministry One, and Easy Tithe
• ADP Workforce Now Payroll experience
• Experience with the billing aspects of a preschool education database

Benefits

• Paid training
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• On-the-job training
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Referral program