Bilingual Accounting Clerk

at  The Salvation Army Central Territory

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION:

The 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, certifications,
skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1. High School Degree required. Prefer Accounting Certificate or 2-year associates in related field
   and minimum two years related experience or equivalent combination of education and
   experience.
2. Excellent computer skills including MS Office.
3. Position requires a confident, self-motivated, multi-tasked individual with integrity in the use of
   resources.
4. Demonstrate ability as a team-builder and able to maintain confidentiality.
5. Act in a manner consistent with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army.
6. Must be highly organized, detail-oriented (accuracy) self-starter able to meet deadlines.
7. Strong Communication skills are necessary.
8. Willingness to promote and work in accordance with The Salvation Army’s mission, vision and
   values, with particular regard to excellence of service.
9. Must pass all applicable background checks.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
2. Able to analyze and identify trends in data
3. Superior written and oral communications skills
4. Excellent time management, decision making, and organizational skills
5. Superior Microsoft Word and Excel skills
6. Bilingual in Spanish

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to
enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; and hear or talk. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with
hands and arms. Ability to lift 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential
functions and requirements of the position. Other job related responsibilities and tasks may be
assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential job functions.
1. Perform full charge bookkeeping.
2. Monitors compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Salvation Army
Accounting processes and procedures.
3. Applies principles of accounting to post journal entries, analyze financial information and prepare
financial reports for ARC.
4. Code, Review and post Accounts Payable invoices.
5. File check copies and related documents according to established procedures.
6. Obtain W-9 forms as needed.
7. Prepare Rags Sales & Vehicle Sales Report for submission to ARCC
8. Assist Internal Auditor with audit preparations as needed.
9. Handle Auto Donations process.
10. Prepare invoices through Shelby AR for Internal (SA Unit) and external vouchers billing, collection
and reconciliation.
11. Work with Sr. Accountant and Director of Business to ensure timely month end & year end
closing, Submit requested info in timely manner.
12. Prepare list of eligible vendors for ARC Command for 1099 processing at year end.
13. Match store deposit to Daily Sales and credit card postings & process CP Daily Reconciliations
14. Identify incoming wire transfers and post in AR regularly.
15. Preparation of Weekly gratuities.
16. Maintain files on open AR and communicate with Sr. Accountant on weekly basis.
17. Must be able to meet standard work hours in place, currently 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday –
Friday. Occasional overtime in workday evenings or Saturdays may be required.
18. Must be willing to express support of the mission statement of The Salvation Army and the Vision
Statement of The Adult Rehabilitation Centers Command.
Requirements: