Junior Accountant: Audit-Ready Data Entry & Reconciliation

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory seeks a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support the DHQ Finance Department. Responsibilities include data entry for general journals, AP/AR processing, audit prep, and reconciliations, with opportunities to assist training and special projects.

Candidates should have a High School diploma and 2–4 years accounting experience; associate degree or accounting certification is preferred. Proficiency in Excel/Word and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates or higher in accounting preferred; experience acceptable in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform general journals and audit preparation.
• Process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable data entry.
• Prepare payroll journals and assist with account reconciliations.
• Review vouchers and GL coding for policy compliance.
• Generate reports and assist with quarterly reconciliations.
• Mentor and review work of Corps employees.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting or related field

Bachelor's degree or Accounting Certification preferred

Tools

Shelby

Vivid

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory seeks a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support the DHQ Finance Department. Responsibilities include data entry for general journals, AP/AR processing, audit prep, and reconciliations, with opportunities to assist training and special projects.

Candidates should have a High School diploma and 2–4 years accounting experience; associate degree or accounting certification is preferred. Proficiency in Excel/Word and confidentiality are essential.