Job Description
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or university; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
1- 2 years related experience and training
Maintain strict confidentiality
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
Benefits
Health Care Benefits which include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Hearing
Flexible spending accounts
AFLAC
Voluntary life insurance benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Pet Insurance
Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors
There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off which includes:
Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (+0) days of employment
Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (+0) days of employment
The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked
You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire
Birthday off with pay
Paid holidays are effective immediately
Responsibilities
Position Summary: The Corps Accountant will perform full charge bookkeeping/accounting for several centers of operation in the Corps Accounting center
Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties
Perform routine processing of revenue (receipts), accounts payable and contributions
Prepare journal entries for cash accounts, payroll, reserve and subsidiary ledger accounting, plus unique Salvation Army accounting
Perform monthly closings; prepare and submit reports to the Corps Accounting Manager for review
Once approved, the reports are forwarded to the Corps Officers, Divisional Business Administrator and Finance Director as needed
Do monthly bank reconciliations and make adjustments as necessary
Perform analysis of various ledgers and reports as required by Corps Officers and Divisional Headquarters
Prepare management reports by analyzing balance sheet accounts, reviewing revenue and expense distributions and budget variances
Review reports, reconciliations, budget variances and financial trends with Corps Accounting Manager, Corps Officers or divisional headquarters Officers as needed
Prepare annual closing entries, reports and close the accounting system
Coordinate and prepare audit schedules
Assist with audit preparation
Assist in budget preparation an enter budget information into accounting system
Work closely with Corps Officer/Corps Contact providing special analysis and understanding of a Corps’ accounting system as needed
Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors
Reviews, investigates and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports
Provide support for special reporting required by outside agencies, such as quarterly United Way reporting
Perform other duties as assigned
Job description
Position Summary: The Corps Accountant will perform full charge bookkeeping/accounting for several centers of operation in the Corps Accounting center. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Perform routine processing of revenue (receipts), accounts payable and contributions.
• Prepare journal entries for cash accounts, payroll, reserve and subsidiary ledger accounting, plus unique Salvation Army accounting.
• Perform monthly closings; prepare and submit reports to the Corps Accounting Manager for review. Once approved, the reports are forwarded to the Corps Officers, Divisional Business Administrator and Finance Director as needed.
• Do monthly bank reconciliations and make adjustments as necessary.
• Perform analysis of various ledgers and reports as required by Corps Officers and Divisional Headquarters
• Prepare management reports by analyzing balance sheet accounts, reviewing revenue and expense distributions and budget variances.
• Review reports, reconciliations, budget variances and financial trends with Corps Accounting Manager, Corps Officers or divisional headquarters Officers as needed.
• Prepare annual closing entries, reports and close the accounting system.
• Coordinate and prepare audit schedules. Assist with audit preparation.
• Assist in budget preparation an enter budget information into accounting system.
• Work closely with Corps Officer/Corps Contact providing special analysis and understanding of a Corps’ accounting system as needed.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
• Reviews, investigates and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
• Provide support for special reporting required by outside agencies, such as quarterly United Way reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or university; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• 1- 2 years related experience and training
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
• Maintain strict confidentiality
Computer Skills:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Willingness to learn new software as needed
Certificates and Licenses:
• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
• Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:
• Health Care Benefits which include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Hearing
• Flexible spending accounts
• AFLAC
• Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Pet Insurance
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
• Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes:
• Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (+0) days of employment.
• Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
• Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (+0) days of employment.
• The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
• You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire.
• Birthday off with pay.
• Paid holidays are effective immediately.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or university; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
1- 2 years related experience and training
Maintain strict confidentiality
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
Benefits
Health Care Benefits which include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Hearing
Flexible spending accounts
AFLAC
Voluntary life insurance benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Pet Insurance
Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors
There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off which includes:
Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (+0) days of employment
Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (+0) days of employment
The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked
You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire
Birthday off with pay
Paid holidays are effective immediately
Responsibilities
Position Summary: The Corps Accountant will perform full charge bookkeeping/accounting for several centers of operation in the Corps Accounting center
Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties
Perform routine processing of revenue (receipts), accounts payable and contributions
Prepare journal entries for cash accounts, payroll, reserve and subsidiary ledger accounting, plus unique Salvation Army accounting
Perform monthly closings; prepare and submit reports to the Corps Accounting Manager for review
Once approved, the reports are forwarded to the Corps Officers, Divisional Business Administrator and Finance Director as needed
Do monthly bank reconciliations and make adjustments as necessary
Perform analysis of various ledgers and reports as required by Corps Officers and Divisional Headquarters
Prepare management reports by analyzing balance sheet accounts, reviewing revenue and expense distributions and budget variances
Review reports, reconciliations, budget variances and financial trends with Corps Accounting Manager, Corps Officers or divisional headquarters Officers as needed
Prepare annual closing entries, reports and close the accounting system
Coordinate and prepare audit schedules
Assist with audit preparation
Assist in budget preparation an enter budget information into accounting system
Work closely with Corps Officer/Corps Contact providing special analysis and understanding of a Corps’ accounting system as needed
Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors
Reviews, investigates and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports
Provide support for special reporting required by outside agencies, such as quarterly United Way reporting
Perform other duties as assigned
Job description
Position Summary: The Corps Accountant will perform full charge bookkeeping/accounting for several centers of operation in the Corps Accounting center. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Perform routine processing of revenue (receipts), accounts payable and contributions.
• Prepare journal entries for cash accounts, payroll, reserve and subsidiary ledger accounting, plus unique Salvation Army accounting.
• Perform monthly closings; prepare and submit reports to the Corps Accounting Manager for review. Once approved, the reports are forwarded to the Corps Officers, Divisional Business Administrator and Finance Director as needed.
• Do monthly bank reconciliations and make adjustments as necessary.
• Perform analysis of various ledgers and reports as required by Corps Officers and Divisional Headquarters
• Prepare management reports by analyzing balance sheet accounts, reviewing revenue and expense distributions and budget variances.
• Review reports, reconciliations, budget variances and financial trends with Corps Accounting Manager, Corps Officers or divisional headquarters Officers as needed.
• Prepare annual closing entries, reports and close the accounting system.
• Coordinate and prepare audit schedules. Assist with audit preparation.
• Assist in budget preparation an enter budget information into accounting system.
• Work closely with Corps Officer/Corps Contact providing special analysis and understanding of a Corps’ accounting system as needed.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
• Reviews, investigates and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
• Provide support for special reporting required by outside agencies, such as quarterly United Way reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from 4-year college or university; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• 1- 2 years related experience and training
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
• Maintain strict confidentiality
Computer Skills:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Willingness to learn new software as needed
Certificates and Licenses:
• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
• Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:
• Health Care Benefits which include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Hearing
• Flexible spending accounts
• AFLAC
• Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Pet Insurance
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
• Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes:
• Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (+0) days of employment.
• Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
• Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (+0) days of employment.
• The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
• You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire.
• Birthday off with pay.
• Paid holidays are effective immediately.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Corps Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Southfield offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
