Finance Accounting Clerk

DescriptionRecruiting Opportunity Closes: 12.07.2023Hourly Wage: $25.00 - $28.00 DOEHours Per Week: 40Status: Non-Exempt / Full TimeNumber of Positions: 1Department: Sunderland Safe Park Village Position Title: Finance Accounting Clerk 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.Application Instructions:Complete the online job application, upload a resume.To apply online go to: Finance Accounting Clerk (https://tinyurl.com/46mmahkf) To apply in person go to 30 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97204. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.Questions, contact Justin Moshkowski at justin.moshkowski@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 731-3916. Mr. Moshkowski is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.Recruiting Accommodation Statement:To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.COVID-19The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.Education and Work Experience: Education: High school diploma or GED.Work/Professional Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience working office, clerical, or administrative support involving use of computer data entry and word processing programs. Some accounting experience preferred.Scope of Position:Processes invoices and enters payables and receivables in support of Salvation Army accounting system, maintains files and records, tracks grant funded income and expenses and provides financial reports and income expense reports when requested by supervisor.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.

Microsoft PowerPoint, helpful.

Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training. Must be courteous and respectful to teammates and donors.

Must be congenial and able to work with difficult individuals.

Licenses and Certifications required: Driver License – PreferredEssential Duties and Responsibilities:

Must understand basic principles of accounting.

Must have ability to perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately including to add and subtract, multiply, and divide, and calculate percentages, fractions, and decimals.

Must have experience working with excel (1 year)

Process daily Accounts Payable.

Code and batch invoices and statements for input into computer.

Post all batches daily.

File all material upon completion (daily).

Prepare bank deposits. Post and file printouts and back up.

File all material upon completion (daily).

Monitor and track grant income and expense.

Provide financial status reports as requested.

Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of this job. (On-Site position)

Assist DHQ accounting staff with preparation for audits.

Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.

Grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinets drawers, and reach overhead.

Operate telephone.

Operate a desktop or laptop computer.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Must be able to drive a motor vehicle.

Working Conditions:

Work in all types of weather conditions.

Work in standard office environment sitting and working with computers daily.

Works on many projects at once in a semi-open office environment with interruptions and noises from voices, telephones, printers.

MISCELLANEOUS:The Salvation Army does have a dress code that includes professional dress which is appropriate to the work environment and reflects well on the organization.The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.Supervisor: Program AdministratorQualificationsEducationRequired

High School or Equivalent or better

Licenses & CertificationsRequired

Driver's License

ExperienceRequired

Minimum of two years’ experience working office, clerical, or administrative support involving use of computer data entry and word processing programs. Some accounting experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)