Accounting Specialist

Location: Charlotte, NC

Position Type:    Full Time

Pay Range: $18.50 an hour to $23.30 an hour  

About this opportunity:

This position is responsible for: operating the divisional petty cash fund, prepares and makes bank deposits, assists with accounts payable, maintains the vehicle title file and database, tracks internet and credit card donations.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepares bank deposits. This includes copying and distributing certain checks.  Writes receipts as necessary and maintains receipt book supply.

• Receives funds from camp registration and other DHQ events. Verifies amount received and issues required receipts.  Prepare funds for deposit.

• Operates petty cash fund by receiving and processing petty cash vouchers for reimbursement. Prepares approved vouchers and check requests for regular replenishment of petty cash fund.

• Maintains vehicle title file and database.  Issues periodic reports as needed.

• Adds/deletes vehicles to/from THQ insurance roll for NSC division.  Monitors THQ insurance reports to ensure all divisional vehicles are properly insured.

What we are looking for in you:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Access
• 10-key by touch.
• Ability to perform light typing, touch not necessary.
• Associate’s degree in accounting/business or related experience.
• Two years’ experience in accounting performing duties similar to those listed in this job description.
• Experience in using personal computer and accounting software.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to organize logically; good memory to locate items filed.

• Ability to carry files to filing system; sufficient dexterity to manipulate magnetic media and type.

Employee Benefits

•  PTO accrual, 11 holidays,
•  403b and employer 403b matching up to 6%,
• Bundle health insurance plan including medical & dental coverage with vision discount program, basic life insurance, optional life insurance and supplemental insurance as well.

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Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…

• Passionate
• Compassionate
• Uplifting
• Brave
• Trustworthy

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period:  03/24/2025 – 04/19/2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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