DescriptionThis position works in the Information and Communication Services (ICS) department performing professional accounting duties in support of and in consultation with other professional accounting personnel. The incumbent is expected to have indepth experience and knowledge of accounting processes and technical expertise in automated accounting systems. This is a professional level accounting/banking position that:
- performs more complex accounting functions
- resolves unusual or nonrecurring problems related to various accounting functions including analyzing accounts records reports journals vouchers and other accounting/banking documents for accuracy
- investigates questionable entries and initiates corrections
- helps maintain and ensure accuracy of financial data
Responsibilities- Cardholder administration and prompt resolution of issues raised
- Process contract labor billing which includes research and verifying accuracy and completeness
- Assisting management by preparing budget requests and processing routine budget adjustments
- Work with other departments to reconcile reports in an accurate and timely manner
- Process external billings which may include research creating invoices and providing detailed accurate supporting information
- Accurately analyzes and verifies accounting/financial/operational information for accuracy and completeness and initiates appropriate correction processes. May assist with process redesign to prevent future errors.
- Assists in data conversion and reconciliation for systems feeding the General Ledger
- Prepare journal entries and other adjustments to correct errors
- Perform other professional duties as assigned
Qualifications- Bachelors degree in Accounting (or Finance or Business Management)
- CMA CPA or MBA preferred
- Four to five years of professional accounting experience is required (A graduate degree in Accounting or Finance MBA CMA or CPA may be substituted for work experience)
- Experience and proven ability to work complex automated accounting systems (experience in Church accounting systems preferred)
- Ability to analyze complex accounting problems and propose solutions
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word PowerPoint)
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of Church financial policies and procedures
- Sound judgement and analytical skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments and priorities under minimal supervision