Job Overview

JOB SUMMARY The Finance Assistant will provide accounting and logistical support for the Finance Team.

GOALS This job exists to:

• Handle US staff credit card administration
• Administer accounts payable, using accurate, efficient accounting practices and record keeping
• Utilize financial systems
• Support accounts receivable
• Assist in other financial tasks

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Handle US staff credit card administration

• Order initial or replacement credit cards
• Send and audit staff expense reports
• Complete journal entries for credit card related expenses
• Dispute or follow-up on unauthorized charges

2. Administer accounts payable, using accurate, efficient accounting practices and record keeping

• Pay invoices and staff reimbursements by printing/disbursing checks, wire transfers, or ACH transfers in a timely manner
• Reconcile bank statements to internal accounting records
• Run specific General Ledger reports monthly to ensure accounting is accurate, balanced, and reconciled

3. Utilize financial systems

• Create campaigns and projects in Salesforce, collaborating with other departments
• Build reports and support site management of Salesforce, giving platforms, and accounting systems

4. Support accounts receivables

• Process mail and deposits daily
• Monitor and review donations from giving platforms
• Process donations in Salesforce and generate receipt/thank you letters
• Generate accurate financial/donor reports

5. Assist in other financial tasks

• Take deposits to the bank
• Serve as a member on the Finance Council
• Audit international staff expense reports periodically
• Other relevant duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ and an active member of a Christian church
• Passion for the mission and work of Global Disciples and alignment with its statement of faith, goals, purposes, and objectives
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to multitask, maintain a precise attention to detail, and meet deadlines
• Adaptable
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and database management software experience is essential
• Team player
• Analytical and critical thinking skills that assist in swift troubleshooting when issues arise
• Accounting background preferred, with capacity to spot errors in patterns
• Salesforce, Convera, Accounting Seed, FundraiseUp experience preferred
• Strong communication skills, and ability to collaborate with other teams, as needed

Note: Occasional international travel may be requested for this position.