Senior Accountant-Corps

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division is seeking a Senior Accountant - Corps to join the Finance Department in Chicago. The role performs full-scope accounting duties for corps/360 service centers, including reconciliations, reporting, and close processes, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of nonprofit accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and proficiency with Acumatica and web-based systems.

Qualifications

• An accounting and finance professional with a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Non-profit general ledger, financial analysis and account reconciliations background.
• Experience with web-based accounting systems and Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or comparable experience.
• Experience in a nonprofit or faith-based organization preferred.
• Experience in a multi-entity organization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and identify reconciling items.
• Review cash flow needs and advise on requirements.
• Post journal entries for payroll distributions, insurance and pension expenses.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports.
• Provide financial consultation to General Fund department managers.
• Ensure timely monthly and year-end general ledger closings.
• Support opening/start-up activities for a new fiscal year.
• Review General Ledger activity for proper account distributions.

Skills

General ledger knowledge

Financial analysis

Balance sheet reconciliation

Intercompany accounting

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Acumatica

Job description

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Senior Accountant - Corps

LOCATION/DEPT: Finance Department

REPORTS TO (TITLE): General Fund Accounting Manager

PEOPLE MANAGER: No

FLSA CATEGORY: Full Time, Exempt

PAY GRADE: 408

PAY RATE: $64,195 - $78,639

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to "Doing the Most Good". We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for youth after school and on the weekends achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

OUTCOMES

Perform full scope accounting duties for the accounting operations of corps/360 service centers within the North and Central Illinois Division. Assist with timely and accurate analysis and reporting. This position is expected to maintain The Salvation Army's high standards of productivity, service excellence, timely results and adherence to policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reconciliation & Analysis Activities:
   1. Review, analyze and reconcile balance sheet and income statement general ledger accounts, including timely identification and resolution of reconciling items. This includes reconciling various intercompany income and liability accounts.
   2. Prepare bank reconciliations on a monthly basis, including the timely identification and resolution of reconciling items.
   3. Review cash flow needs or requirements ongoing, providing recommendations as required.
   4. Review reconciliations of various general ledger accounts that have been prepared by other General Fund accounting staff.
   5. Support the annual budget process including ensuring the accuracy of budgets entered in Acumatica
2. Financial Services & Activities:
   1. Post various journal entries in the areas of reconciliation corrections, payroll distributions, insurance and pension expense distributions, support service earnings, interest earnings and standard charges and assessments.
   2. Preparation of monthly and annual financial reports.
   3. Provide financial consultation to General Fund department managers and staff as required.
   4. Ensure the timely completion of the monthly and year-end general ledger closings.
   5. Complete all start-up activities required to open or begin a new fiscal year.
   6. Review General Ledger activity on a regular basis to ensure proper account distributions, including transaction edit listings.
3. Other:
   1. Serve as a backup to other Senior Accountants
   2. Assist with internal audits by preparing requested responses, reconciliations and work papers supported by adequate documentation.
   3. Assist with researching or resolving questions from vendors or department directors as requested.
   4. Other duties as assigned

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Assistant Divisional Finance Director. This individual also relates to and interacts with a wide range of contacts both within and outside The Salvation Army. During these interactions, they act as a representative of the Army and its mission.

PERFORMANCE MEASURMENTS

This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals. An evaluation of how effectively staff and professional contacts respond to the services being provided will also be done.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• An accounting and finance professional with a minimum of 5 years experience.
• A well-balanced background in non-profit general ledger, financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Use of web-based computerized accounting systems and Excel spreadsheets.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in accounting or comparable experience.
• Experience in a nonprofit or faith-based organization is preferred.
• Experience in a multi-entity organization is a plus.

COMPETENCIES:

• A commitment to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
• An interpersonal style that is service oriented as well as anticipates and responds to the needs of client departments.
• A demonstrated ability to manage projects, priorities and programs in a constantly changing environment.
• A problem solver with a demonstrated ability to independently resolve problems.
• A management style that gathers information, consults others, analyses options and offers fiscally viable opinions that reflect good judgement and investment in the long-term needs of the organization.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• A communication and management style that exhibits the principles and values of the Army and fosters team relationships, effectively communicating information.
• An extensive knowledge of the principles of accounting and business management, especially
• in a non-profit setting.
• An understanding of data management, procedure development and flow of information.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, using diplomacy and good judgement.
• A "hands-on" knowledge of how to effectively work with diversity in the workplace.
• A demonstrated ability to document process and procedures.
• The ability to function and operate in a paperless environment.

POSITION LIMITATIONS

• This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
• This individual will keep the Assistant Divisional Finance informed on all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
• This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is required to do some light physical work.
• In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use standard office equipment and a PC.
• The work environment for this position includes an office environment with a low noise level.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors. This would include but not be limited to such actions: resolution of conflicts in a positive manner; courteous treatment of staff, clients and visitors; respect of others' property and person, professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors and subordinates. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT

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