Accountant - CRISTA Ministries
Shoreline, WA
About the Job
This is a Full-Time position at CRISTA Ministries in Shoreline, WA.
Compensation: $78,000 - $80,000 annual salary, depending on experience
Benefits: Competitive package including medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 403(b) matching, Life and Disability benefits, PTO, Holiday Pay, Parental Leave, up to 85% King’s school discount for dependent child(ren) (K-12)
Compensation: $78,000 - $80,000 annual salary, depending on experience
Benefits: Competitive package including medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 403(b) matching, Life and Disability benefits, PTO, Holiday Pay, Parental Leave, up to 85% King’s school discount for dependent child(ren) (K-12)
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS
- Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
- Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.
CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES
- Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
- Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
- Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
- Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
- Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
- Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Accountant helps empower CRISTA to meet its mission by supplying great accounting, finance support and excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. Work with appropriate individuals to ensure that monthly financial statements and regulatory filings are both timely and accurate. Monitor daily cash flow and prepare transfers as needed. Manage relationships across the organization and respond to inquiries from both internal and external customers. Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and audit and tax schedules as assigned. Conduct ministry research, perform analysis, complete special projects, and prepare various other reports as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)
DUTIES
- Treasury Accounting: Assist in providing support for accounting related needs including, but not limited to:
- Prepare necessary journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations as assigned.
- Review assigned sections of the monthly financial statements for accuracy, clarity and trends. Communicate findings as appropriate and provide input to management.
- Provide financial research and analysis as needed.
- Utilize Business World On! accounting software to generate and modify reports. Use ministry software as needed to prepare journal entries or reconcile accounts.
- Accounting Department Support:
- Assist with completion of the annual audit and preparation of tax returns as assigned.
- Provide support for other Accounting personnel as needed.
- Assist with process improvement, lean process or software upgrade/software implementation projects.
- Provide analysis and reporting of financial and non-financial data, and research.
- Look for ways to continually improve CRISTA’s financial systems and processes and make suggestions for improvement to the Accounting Manager and VP/Controller.
- Encourage cooperation and mutually beneficial relationships between the Accounting department and CRISTA employees.
- Provide support on accounting and finance issues.
- Cash Flow Management:
- Track and reconcile daily cash receipts, wire transfers and bank/credit card fees.
- Process all ministry deposits.
- Manage cash flow daily, making bank transfers as needed to maintain appropriate level of funds.
- Respond to internal customer’s questions regarding corporate deposits, wire transfers and bank/credit card fees.
- Contributions Support (as needed):
- Provide back-up duties for daily accounting functions of the donation system.
- Process contributions.
- Maintain donor records.
- Interface with the Fundraising department on appeals and coding requirements.
- Prepare and process credit card and EFT transactions.
- Provide contribution and pledge reporting.
- Edit and adjust gifts as needed or directed.
- Work collaboratively with management, co-workers and customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CHRIST CENTERED
- Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
- Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc).
- Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
- Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
- Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
- Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
- Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
EXPERIENCE
- Two years of Accounting/Finance
- One year of customer service
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience in using automated accounting and/or ERP software systems.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Work independently, efficiently and professionally with a wide variety of personality types.
- Great problem solving and analytical skill to analyze information
- Able to provide suggestions for process improvements.
- Able to work collaboratively with coworkers, staff and customers.
- Able to provide excellent customer service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
- Two years of Accounting experience with Not-For-Profit organizations
- Two years of experience in public accounting with mid-size or national firm.
- Working in a multicultural environment
- Two years of experience with banking
- Two years of experience with accounting for donations
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
- Working knowledge of Unit 4 Business World On and Salesforce software systems.
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.
Source : CRISTA Ministries