Direct Hire Accountant - Immediately Hiring at Express Employment Professionals

Direct Hire

Accountant (Not Remote)

Local Church - Minnetonka Area

From $65,000+

The ACCOUNTANT is a key member of the Business Office financial team. This position supports financial management, accurate cash receipts processing, and is responsible for accounting aspects of Church contributions processes.   The ACCOUNTANT will be responsible for Accounts Payable activities and assist with overall financial documentation and reporting.

Core Responsibilities:   Accounting

• Manage general ledger accounting and preparation of monthly/annual financial reports
• Create and enter month-end journal entries, consult with the Financial Manager and the Director of Operations with non-standard entries
• Prepare and process Accounts Payable, timely resolution of issues and inquiries; ensure proper approvals are obtained
• Assist Generosity Coordinator with monthly bank reconciliation, resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner
• Complete quarterly contribution tie-out and quarterly vendor audit log, secure Financial Manager and Director of Operations approvals
• Prepare spreadsheets, reports and source documents and reconciliations for the annual audit as requested
• Gain sufficient proficiency in payroll activities to assist Financial Manager and serve as a backup

Required:

• Associate degree in accounting or business administration or equivalent
• Familiar with basic accounting practices, preparing financial reports and performing reconciliations
• Follow and maintain effective accounting and business operations processes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills
• Proficient with or the able to quickly learn the organization’s software and systems, e.g., ADP, Intacct, Community Church Builder, Envoy, Pushpay, etc.
• Able to balance multiple priorities including both independent work and partnering with key colleagues through excellent organization and time management skills
• Possesses excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative, strong attention to detail, ability to maintain discretion with sensitive and confidential information
• Desires to be part of a team motivated by mission and service
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or equivalent
• One to two years of experience in non-profit accounting
• At least two years of experience with any of the following: general ledger, Accounts Payable, cash application or financial reconciliation and reporting
• Experience with ADP payroll

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package which includes medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with both employer contribution and employer matching, and paid time off.

WAYS TO APPLY: (choose one)
•    In person: Express Employment Professionals, 33 10th Avenue South, #130, Hopkins, MN  55343 between 9AM and 3PM,  Monday thru Friday
•    Email resume:  hopkinsmn@expresspros.com
•    Via our website: expresspros.com/hopkinsmn.  You must submit your application to the Hopkins, MN office.
•    Via our job app, #ExpressJobs
•    By telephone: (952) 933-1116
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