Finance Clerk

Job PostingLocation: Palomino LaneStatus: Non-Exempt, Full TimeMission StatementThe 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.QualificationsAssociate degree or equivalent.Minimum two years of related experience may be substituted for degree requirementsAble to type 50 wpm10 key by touchExperience working with agencies that serve vulnerable populations preferred.Ability to be organized and handle detailed informationAbility to function in a fast-paced work environmentAbility to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating professionalism while problem-solvingMust have good computer skills using MS Office with intermediate or advanced knowledge of ExcelPrefer 1-year experience in Shelby accountingAble to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretionAbility to maintain a positive attitude and professional mannerMust be a person of high integrity and willing to support the Mission of The Salvation ArmyMust pass a criminal background checkResponsibilitiesOversee accounts payable functions and code expenses, batch computer entries into proper accounting periods, and submit to Clark County bookkeeper for payment daily or as required.Assist accounts receivable, including assisting with dual-person deposit operation, A/R data entry, and physical bank deposit transportation.Maintain files/ databases for all invoices, check requests, and grant documents.Track all funds spent using designated spreadsheets and computer systems.Create and maintain spreadsheets and protocols for tracking VA spending, outcomes, and statistics.Prepare financial reports for the Veterans Services DepartmentPerform A/P for financial assistance accounts such as Rapid Rehousing, Homeless Prevention, GPD, and Shallow Subsidy.Be knowledgeable of each contract governing these programs so that all invoices received are compliant with stipulated regulations.Assist Veterans Services Coordinator with grant renewals and grant submissions.Assist Veterans Services Coordinator on special projects as neededWork with auditors in generating and providing detailed financial, accounting, programmatic, and business records.Review and verify credit card management and accounting system entries.Process Grant invoices (accounts payable and receivable batches) to DHQ finance for processing and payment.Keep accurate records of all balances in Veterans' grant accounts.Assist the Veterans department with budgets, budget modification requests, coding for grant expenditures, reviewing spending reports for accurate adherence to quarterly spending requirements, and other projects needed.Be familiar with and be able to perform all department Bookkeeping activities for personnel substitution during absences or as needed during heavy workload requirementsMaintain staff relationships and work cooperatively with the Veterans Services team, and all Salvation Army staffPerform other duties as assigned, as they relate to the position of bookkeeper.Physical RequirementsQualified 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 in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to focus. The employee must have the ability to operate a telephone, desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.This position is subject to grant funding.