Accountant_NE-Part-time - Memphis Command - Kroc and Purdue

Salvation Army; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Accountant to join their Memphis team. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and monitor bookkeeping functions while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. You'll prepare various financial reports, assist with audits, and handle accounts receivable and payable duties. This opportunity is perfect for someone with a strong background in accounting principles and software, who is self-motivated and detail-oriented. Join a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and offers excellent part-time benefits, including PTO and flexible spending accounts.

Benefits

PTO Leave Benefits

Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Aflac Supplemental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Experience in double-entry computerized accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor bookkeeping functions and financial reporting.
• Prepare financial reports and assist with audits.

Skills

Excel

Accounting principles

Double-entry bookkeeping

Budget planning

Self-directed

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Business Administration

Related field experience

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accountant_NE-Part-time - Memphis Command - Kroc and Purdue

800 E Pkwy S, Memphis, TN 38104, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, March 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:59 AM

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for an Accountant (part-time) for the Southern Territory, located in Memphis, Tennessee.

We have Excellent Part Time Benefits:

• PTO Leave Benefits
• Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Job Summary

Plans, coordinates, monitors, and participates in all phases of bookkeeping functions and financial reporting. Ensures that bookkeeping transactions are performed in a timely manner and in compliance with established policies and procedures, and verifies the accuracy and integrity of books. Prepares various routine financial reports and assists with audits. Prepares and processes receipts, deposits, and all other Accounts Receivable duties. Prepares and processes invoices, checks, and all other Accounts Payable duties. Prepares and generates the General Journal entries, and has the ability to research any differences and do correcting journal entries. Ability to perform a variety of routines and various accounting functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skill in using Excel.
• Prefer knowledge and experience in accounting software packages.
• Ability to be self-directed and self-motivated.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of basic double-entry bookkeeping principles and practices and of applications to accounting transactions.
• Knowledge and experience of budget planning.
• Ability to prepare complex financial reports and records.
• Ability to plan, develop, and initiate effective and efficient bookkeeping practices and methods to increase accuracy and timeliness of financial recording and reporting.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or two years progressively responsible experience performing double-entry computerized accounting work, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to type and keypunch information into a computer.
• Ability to perform routine and complex mathematical computations repeatedly, rapidly, and accurately.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently work on multiple projects at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail despite interruptions.
• Ability to manage mental and visual fatigue due to sustained periods of concentration, working under pressure of deadlines, and continual interruptions.
• Work requires the ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull light (less than 25lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment. Light mobility; duties are usually performed by a combination of standing, walking, and primarily sitting.
• Work is usually performed in a normal office environment with little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, etc., but may be performed periodically in disaster service areas and camp settings.
• Work performed at multiple locations.

Other Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document does not guarantee employment or promotion. The Salvation Army reserves the right to change this document without providing advance written notice.

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period: 3/24/2025 – 4/06/2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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