Corps Financial and Administrative Assistant

Corps Financial And Administrative Assistant

The Corps Financial and Administrative Assistant provides essential support to the Corps Officer and works in close collaboration with DHQ/Finance/CAST across The Salvation Army Allentown Corps and The Salvation Army Rich Flemming Hospitality House. This position is crucial for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and general administrative tasks at both locations, maintaining financial accuracy, transparency, and compliance, while also streamlining administrative processes and fostering effective vendor relationships.

The responsibilities include:

• Timely bank deposits and cash handling for both the Allentown Corps and the Hospitality House.
• Data entry and record keeping for Kettle Campaign income and mail donations.
• Financial, clerical, and business administration support including timekeeping, vendor management, and invoice processing.
• Grant and program billing for the Rich Flemming Hospitality House.
• Property-related administrative support and financial reports and analyses.
• General clerical support for both locations.
• Attending training sessions and performing other related duties as assigned.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Qualifications

The requirements include:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Two years of demonstrated experience in an administrative support or financial clerical role, preferably within a non-profit or community-based organization. Experience with accounts payable, receivables, or grant billing is highly desirable.
• Skills & Abilities: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with accounting software and database management, excellent communication skills, organizational prowess, team collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Language: Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
• Compliance & Mission: Mandated Reporter Training, Child Protection Clearances, and mission alignment with The Salvation Army.

Salvation Army Eastern Territory