Accounting Specialist

Job Objective: The Accounting Specialist is responsible for account coding and data entry of accounts payable and receipting transactions. 

 

Essential Functions:  

• Monitor shared mailboxes to print documentation responding or forwarding as needed 

• Accurately process, code and record invoices, reimbursement requests and cash receipts 

• Accurately process, code and record receipting transactions 

• Print checks as assigned 

• Perform administrative support tasks including scanning documentation and preparing checks for mailing 

• After approvals, email ACH payment information to vendors 

• Retrieve documentation as needed for internal and external auditors 

• Maintain records within established Salvation Army policies and procedures and in a timely manner 

 

Minimum Qualifications:  

Education: Associate’s degree in accounting or related field. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Business administration and finance courses desirable. Courses in computer-based accounting very helpful. 

 

Experience: Two years in the accounting field, including computer utilization preferred.  Working knowledge of Word and Intermediate level of Excel skills required. 

 

Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel & e-mail.   

• Strong Communication skills are necessary for interactions with all levels of staff. 

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize and get the job done with limited supervision 

• Must be a highly organized, detail-oriented (accuracy) self-starter able to meet deadlines. 

• Position requires a confident, self-motivated, multi-tasked individual with integrity in the use of resources. 

• Demonstrate ability as a team-member and able to maintain confidentiality.    

• Act in a manner consistent with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army. 

• Willingness to promote and work in accordance with The Salvation Army’s mission, vision and values, with particular regard to excellence of service. 

 

Supervisory Responsibility:  None 

 

Physical Requirements: Include good speaking, hearing and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment.  This po