Bookkeeper

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Employee Assistance Program

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Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Davenport, Iowa is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to manage our financial operations. The role includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance to support accurate financial reporting and budgeting.

Responsibilities cover GAAP compliance, payroll processing, tax returns, and collaboration with HR for pension reports. This is a full-time, on-site position with team-oriented culture and room for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience performing full-charge bookkeeping with GAAP compliance.
• Payroll processing and bi-weekly payroll journals.
• Process accounts payable/receivable and maintain vendor records.
• Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns.
• Maintain controls for vouchers and petty cash.

Responsibilities

• Perform full charge bookkeeping and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Process AP/AR transactions and post payroll journals.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and reconcile ledgers.
• Assist with budget preparations and data entry.
• Collaborate with departments for month/year-end close and audit schedules.
• Supervise accounting staff and approve vendor checks.

Skills

Full charge bookkeeping

GAAP compliance

Payroll processing

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

General ledger maintenance

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Job description

Bookkeeper

Location: Davenport, Iowa

Pay: $20-22/hr

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 40 hours per week

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We're seeking a skilled accounting professional to manage our financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance. This role is crucial in supporting our mission through accurate financial reporting, budget management, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards.

What You'll Do

Financial Management

• Perform full charge bookkeeping and maintain compliance with GAAP
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
• Review and post bi-weekly payroll journals
• Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns
• Maintain control procedures for Food Stamps and Petty Cash
• Process billing and reconciliation for internal and external vouchers

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare monthly financial reports and audit schedules
• Reconcile payroll deductions and exchange accounts
• Work with HR staff on pension contribution reports
• Generate and submit Rags Sales & Vehicle Sales Reports
• Assist with budget preparations and data entry
• Collaborate with ARC Command Center for month/year-end closing

Supervisory Duties

• Supervise accounting department staff
• Review and approve vendor checks before release
• Maintain oversight of accounts and financial procedures

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!