Divisional Accountant

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts for pet/auto/home insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Division is seeking a Divisional Accountant to support the Divisional Controller in developing, implementing and monitoring all divisonal fund accounting and financial operations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and 3 years of accounting experience, with supervisory preference. Responsibilities include budgeting, financial reporting, and coordinating with auditors and banks to ensure accurate accounting and reporting.

Qualifications

• 3 years of accounting experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Equal opportunity employer; candidates who are back-to-work, veterans, people with disabilities, or those without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Maintains systems and procedures for agency financial and administrative operations.
• Prepares, analyzes and submits required financial reports, statements and statistics for internal and external use.
• Coordinates, prepares and presents operating budgets. Estimates, analyzes and updates financial projections and cash flows.
• Documents and reports all income and expenditures related to agency programs. Maintains ledgers, journals and files for reporting as required.
• Maintains contact with individuals in outside groups (e.g. auditors and banks).
• Maintain and monitor Corps Reserves and all activity and related transactions. Follow up with Corps on any corrections or questions.
• Provide support to Regional Accounting Supervisor during training, vacations, audits, and the consolidation process.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Job description

The Salvation Army's Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Division is located in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The division is home to 26 Worship and Community Centers (Corps), 67 service extension units, a camp, as well as multiple homeless shelters, thrift stores and food pantries. Service extension units are branches of The Salvation Army in communities where Corps are not located but service is provided by committees of volunteers. As a whole, our organization is made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, adherents, employees, volunteers and other individuals all working together to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all people, as well as working to meet the physical needs of those less fortunate. The Salvation Army Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Division is the administrative unit which provides services to people in need in Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. We are an organization dedicated to Doing the Most Good in your community!

The Divisional Accountant will assist the Divisional Controller in developing, implementing and monitoring all Divisional Fund accounting and financial functions.

About the role:

• Maintains systems and procedures for agency financial and administrative operations.
• Prepares, analyzes and submits required financial reports, statements and statistics for internal and external use.
• Coordinates, prepares and presents operating budgets. Estimates, analyzes and updates financial projections and cash flows.
• Documents and reports all income and expenditures related to agency programs. Maintains ledgers, journals and files for reporting as required.
• Maintains contact with individuals in outside groups (e.g. auditors and banks).
• Maintain and monitor Corps Reserves and all activity and related transactions. Follow up with Corps on any corrections or questions.
• Provide support to Regional Accounting Supervisor during training, vacations, audits, and the consolidation process.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Certifications:

Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License with approval to drive from TSA insurance

Experience:

3 years of experience in accounting; supervisory experience preferred.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Who we are:

Our Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Our message is based on the Bible. Our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human need in His name without discrimination.

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army’s brand promises to Do theMost Good - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to help anyone in need without discrimination. Our culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices a seriously great place to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families. Because of this, we offer :

• Flexible schedules and a casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life
• Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance

Full-time employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week will be eligible for full benefits, including health, dental, vision and hearing benefits, basic and voluntary life benefits, holiday pay and paid time off, which is pro-rated based on their regularly scheduled work week.

Exempt Employees: Health, dental, vision, and hearing benefits, as well as basic and voluntary life benefits, will begin on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

Compensation:

At The Salvation Army - We honor the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We are dedicated to fair pay practices, ensuring equal compensation for equal work, regardless of gender, race, or other factors.

Be part of something meaningful. Whether you're supporting those in need, assisting with disaster relief, or working in areas like finance or fundraising, each role offers a chance to make a lasting impact. If you're looking to align your career with your values, explore opportunities at The Salvation Army and help us create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Compensation:$66,268-$82,836/year, based on experience.