Fund & Ledger Clerk I

Salvation Army; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Washington, DC is seeking a finance clerk to perform double-entry bookkeeping and fund accounting. This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of accounting experience.

You will post ledgers, prepare journal entries, and generate financial reports while ensuring accuracy and security of Salvation Army financial accounts. Excellent attention to deadlines is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Basic knowledge of fund accounting and double-entry bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Posts and maintains ledgers; enters income, expense, and balance sheet data into computerized financial systems.
• Proofs entries for accuracy; prepares journal entries and reconciles accounts.
• Analyzes past trends to project future financial standings.
• Advises on cost-saving measures and timely bill payments.
• Ensures statewide and support service fees are paid promptly.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Fund accounting

Journal entries

Financial reporting

Attention to deadlines

Office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Accounting software

10-key calculator

Job description

The Salvation Army in Washington, DC is seeking a finance clerk to perform double-entry bookkeeping and fund accounting. This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of accounting experience.

You will post ledgers, prepare journal entries, and generate financial reports while ensuring accuracy and security of Salvation Army financial accounts. Excellent attention to deadlines is essential.