Financial Operations Assistant - Temporary

Description Is God calling you to ministry? For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolina or a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel. Christian Purpose And Expectations All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission. Department Detail – The Finance Team supports the mission of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association by handling all the essential financial functions of the organization. This Division includes six supporting areas: 1) Financial Operations handles accounts payable, accounts receivable, personal reimbursements for ministry expenses, travel and fixed asset activities; 2) Financial Reporting oversees the annual financial audit and primary financial reporting; 3) Financial Planning & Analysis coordinates the annual budget and assists ministry leaders with specific financial matters; 4) Purchasing handles the ministry's purchasing needs; 5) Planned Giving Administration manages and processes donations given to the ministry from estates, trusts, and annuities; and 6) Payroll provides timely processing of employee salaries and tax withholdings. Job Summary – The Financial Operations Assistant primarily assists Financial Operations staff with their normal job duties. This includes processing vendor invoices and payment requests for Accounts Payable and processing daily deposits for Accounts Receivable. Research, filing, and other projects may also be assigned as needed. This position is being filled as a temporary assignment with the potential to transition to a regular position based on organizational needs and individual performance. Ministry Requirements Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence Essential Duties And Responsibilities Ensures Accounts Payable items for payment comply with BGEA’s financial policies Reviews team mailbox, distributing and routing items as necessary Reviews physical and electronic Accounts Payable items for proper coding, resolving any questions prior to submission for posting Reviews vendor statements for outstanding items and coordinates with vendors and internal departments to facilitate timely payment. Assists with review of p-card transactions to ensure accuracy and policy compliance Verifies calculations of discounts and sales and use taxes Assists AR Coordinator with daily deposit entries from Bookstores and Food Services Process Accounts Receivable deposits as needed Serves as primary backup for other AR processes as needed Frequently interacts with other accounting staff, affiliate staff, legal staff, and others at all levels throughout BGEA for research, approvals, and filing purposes. Marginal Duties and Responsibilities Assists with other duties related to Receivables and Payables as assigned Other duties as assigned Job Specifications Skills and Knowledge 2-year degree in Accounting or equivalent related education Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts payable and/or accounts receivable Experience with or capacity to acquire a thorough understanding of BGEA’s financial systems, Microsoft Dynamics and Datahaven Capacity to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a high-paced environment Ability to communicate verbally and in written form with staff of all levels of the association Experience with or capacity to thoroughly utilize Microsoft Office suite, with particular strength in Excel Ability to relate to people well, being approachable, as well as have the ability to manage administrative tasks simultaneously Must have knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable concepts Must acquire a thorough understanding of BGEA’s financial systems Must be able to work independently and as part of a team while demonstrating flexibility wen priorities change Must be able to communicate and work closely with staff at all levels of the Association Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral form Must have good computer skills and be comfortable with a paperless process Must have good general office skills, including logical filing skills and use of a calculator Physical/Mental Demands Ability to establish priorities and make sure they are met Ability to flex with shifting priorities Ability to handle sensitive issues with confidentiality Ability to concentrate on details, being thorough and accurate Ability to work efficiently and productively under deadlineAbility to handle sensitive issues with confidentiality Ability to concentrate on details, be thorough and accurate Ability to problem solve and find necessary solutions when problems arise Ability to work independently and as part of a team while demonstrating flexibility when priorities change Working Conditions Work is typically conducted in conventional office environment Standing and walking required approximately 10% of the time Mission Statement Continuing the lifelong work of Billy Graham, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association exists to support and extend the evangelistic calling and ministry of Franklin Graham by proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all we can by every effective means available to us and by equipping the church and others to do the same. Statement of Faith These core beliefs make up the foundation upon which all our ministry endeavors are based. We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God revealing the love of God to the world. (1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; John 3:16). We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19; John 10:30; Ephesians 4:4-6). We believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood on the cross, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. (Matthew 1:23; John 1:1-4 and 1:29; Acts 1:11 and 2:22-24; Romans 8:34; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 1:1-4 and 4:15). We believe that all men everywhere are lost and face the judgment of God, that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation, and that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, repentance of sin and faith in Jesus Christ results in regeneration by the Holy Spirit. Furthermore, we believe that God will reward the righteous with eternal life in heaven, and that He will banish the unrighteous to everlasting punishment in hell. (Luke 24:46-47; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 3:23; 2 Corinthians 5:10-11; Ephesians 1:7 and 2:8-9; Titus 3:4-7). We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, whose indwelling enables the Christian to live a godly life. (John 3:5-8; Acts 1:8 and 4:31; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Galatians 5:16-18; Ephesians 6:12; Colossians 2:6-10). We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation and eternal punishment. (1 Corinthians 15:51-57; Revelation 20:11-15). We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and that all true believers are members of His body, the church. (1 Corinthians 12:12, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23). We believe that the ministry of evangelism (sharing and proclaiming the message of salvation only possible by grace through faith in Jesus Christ) and discipleship (helping followers of Christ grow up into maturity in Christ) is a responsibility of all followers of Jesus Christ. (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15;1 Peter 3:15). We believe God’s plan for human sexuality is to be expressed only within the context of marriage, that God created man and woman as unique biological persons made for each other. God instituted monogamous marriage between male and female as the foundation of the family and the basic structure of the human society. For this reason, we believe that marriage is exclusively the union of one genetic male and one genetic female. (Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5-6; Mark 10:6-9; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9). We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to his authority over our lives, and to the ministry of evangelism. (Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15). We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen. (Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10). We believe God wonderfully and immutably creates each person a biological male or female. These two distinct, but complementary sexes together reflect the image and likeness of God. Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of God’s merciful design and creative order. (Genesis 1:26-27; Mark 10:6; 1 Corinthians 6:9; Deuteronomy 22:5). Expectations for Ministry Employment As An Employee Of Billy Graham Evangelistic Association I acknowledge that the Lord Jesus Christ is my personal Savior and that I am a personal representative of Him. I understand that BGEA is a Christian organization whose purpose is proclaiming the message of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world. I agree that the purpose of my employment with BGEA is to further its Christian purpose, that I am prepared to assist in accomplishing that purpose, and that my role with BGEA plays a vital part in carrying out its Christian purpose and mission. I understand that I must exhibit conduct that is consistent with BGEA’s expectations, whether at work or away from work, in keeping with scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies including Christian Conduct. I understand that BGEA has the right and the responsibility to ensure that its Christian religious purpose is carried on with the highest standards and is not harmed or impeded by conduct that is inconsistent with the Bible, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, its Christian religious purpose, or its policies I understand that any of my conduct which is not in keeping with the scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies, is inconsistent with BGEA’s Christian religious purpose. I understand that if my conduct is determined by BGEA to be inconsistent with its Christian religious purpose, the result will be corrective action up to and including termination from employment. The Title VII Exception for Employment The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith-based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means. Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith. Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e-1. Benefits Summary Full-Time employees working at least 36 hours per week, are eligible for benefits. Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Long term and short term disability insurance Term Life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan 10 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday Minimum 12 days of vacation 10 sick days #J-18808-Ljbffr Billy Graham Evangelistic Association