Technical Accounting Consultant

The-Summit-Church; Brassfield (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Summit Church in Durham, NC is seeking a part-time accounting professional to support the accounting team. This hourly role requires a CPA license and a background in nonprofit accounting to manage reconciliations, journal entries, payroll allocations, and benefits processing.

You will review bank recs, prepare weekly offerings entries, and ensure compliance with nonprofit tax and payroll rules while maintaining confidentiality and strong communication with staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or higher with 3+ years of work experience in accounting
• CPA license is required
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices, finance, and payroll regulations for nonprofits
• Excellent Excel and Google Apps (Sheets) skills
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Member of The Summit Church or willing to become a member

Responsibilities

• Review and approve monthly bank reconciliations for accuracy and timely resolution
• Prepare and post recurring and non-routine journal entries (weekly offerings, Classy transactions, ministry-related entries)
• Review journal entries prepared by staff for accuracy and proper documentation
• Review payroll reconciliations and related journal entries, including payroll processing fees
• Review monthly employee benefit invoices for accuracy and proper accounting treatment
• Monitor and reconcile Meritain medical claims activity and ensure proper financial reporting

Skills

Excel

Google Sheets

Communication

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Tools

Classy transactions

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Central - Durham, NC 27703Position Type: Part TimeSummary of Position

This part-time hourly position provides technical accounting support to the accounting team.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher with a background in accounting with at least three years of work experience
• CPA license required
• Expertise or experience in accounting practices, financing options, tax law pertaining to non profits and payroll regulations
• High standards of personal and professional integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Apps (google sheets)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to multi-task
• A member of The Summit Church or willing and able to become a member

ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

• Review and approve monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-routine journal entries including weekly offering entries, Classy transactions, ministry-related journal entries, and mission trip closeouts.
• Review and post journal entries prepared by accounting staff for accuracy, proper supporting documentation, and compliance with accounting rules.
• Review payroll reconciliations and approve related journal entries, including payroll processing fees and other payroll-related adjustments. Prepare and post entries for the allocation and charging of ministry, media technicians, and childcare expenses each payroll cycle.
• Review monthly employee benefit invoices for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate accounting treatment prior to payment. Ensure necessary changes are made each month.
• Review month-end benefit reconciliations and prepare or approve related journal entries to ensure accurate recording of employee benefit activity and expense.
• Monitor and reconcile Meritain medical claims activity, ensuring timely tracking, resolution of discrepancies, and accurate financial reporting.
• Any other duties as assigned by Executive Director of HR and Accounting