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The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for an Accountantforthe Pasco County Corps located in Port Richey, FL, Florida.

Job Summary

Performs computerized double-entry bookkeeping tasks requiring basic knowledge of the principles and practices of fund accountingin order to properly record and maintain precise fiscal records and financial data; applies fundamental bookkeeping knowledge and skills to varied bookkeeping tasks such as posting, checking entries, issuing checks, balancing accounts, and preparing financial reports for assigned accounts; prepares and maintains financial records in an accurate, complete, and timely manner while ensuring the integrity, security and accountability of Salvation Army financial accounts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of basic double-entry bookkeeping and fund accounting principles and practices.

Knowledge of modern computerized double-entry data entry methods as they pertain to bookkeeping functions.

Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and practices.

Knowledge of Lotus 123, Excel, Word and accounting software in general.

Knowledge of financial accounting systems and procedures.

Knowledge of extensive body of accounting rules, practices and procedure.

Ability to apply complex procedures requiring independent judgement.

Ability to prepare routine and special financial reports and records.

Ability to obtain numerical totals and balances and to verify information from complex forms and transfer to computers or manual reports.

Ability to accept fiscal responsibility of assigned functionalized accounts.

Ability to maintain the confidentiality of all information associated with the job.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Ability to keypunch information into a computer.

Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically.

Ability to perform routine and complex mathematical computations repeatedly, rapidly and accurately.

Ability to operate various general office equipment including a computer and 10-key calculator.

Ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines.

Ability to follow instructions and work independently with limited supervision.

Ability to effectively and efficiently work on multiple projects at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized.

Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, bookkeeping, business or related field,

and

Two years experience in the performance of increasing complex bookkeeping work utilizing a computerized accounting system (Great Plains preferred) with some exposure to double-entry fund accounting,

or

any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses & Certifications

None

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Additional Information

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

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom if this posting.

Application submittal period: April 13, 2021 through April 23, 2021.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled