Accountant, Sr

JOB SUMMARY

QualificationsMust be worthy of a Temple RecommendBachelor’s Degree in Accounting (Finance or Business Management) is required, CPA, ACCA PreferredIncumbents must demonstrate a well-grounded knowledge of financial and accounting theory, and a knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles preferred.A minimum of four to five years of professional accounting experience is required for this position. Familiarity with Church accounting systems is preferred.Should have the ability to analyze complex accounting problems and propose changes in the accounting system.Should be conversant with and have a familiarity with various standard Church accounting reports. Should have a good understanding of Church financial policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Initiates general ledger file maintenance so that financial statement presentations will be accurate and meaningfulReconcile accounts, review reconciliations, and makes sure that all outstanding items are properly cleared.Prepares special studies and reports for the mission as requiredPrepares journal entries and other adjustments to correct errorsAnalyze budget requests and explain any budgetary accounting statements and summariesReviews expenditure against budget and makes any necessary reconciliation and investigations and correcting entries.Assist in preparing various financial estimates and expense reports. Draft correspondence to appropriate parties regarding any differences that require investigation or further actionReview and monitor invoices submitted for payment which exceed certain amounts as defined by policyAudit project accounts for compliance to policy and correspond with appropriate parties regarding the status of these projects

REQUIRED SKILLS

CPA certification, Analytics, Reporting, Auditing of accounts, Financial analysis

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree