US - Senior Accounting Specialist
Church World Service, Inc.

Position Title:Senior Accounting SpecialistReports To: Operations and Finance ManagerDepartment: CWS Jersey CityJob Location:Jersey City, NJ/ HybridGrade Level:5Compensation:$46,750 - $50,875FLSA & Union Status:Non-Exempt, Non-Bargaining

Introduction:

Church World Service (CWS) is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable solutions to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. CWS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.

Primary Purpose:

The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for essential accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, month end reporting, review and code financial information, compile and review information for accuracy, and maintain records.

Essential Duties

• Prepare and complete weekly check runs and maintain check request documentation.
• Maintain records for client expenses in financial and case management databases.
• Review individual client per capita expenses for accuracy and submit reports to program staff to compare against case files.
• Receive, document, and process all incoming funds and donations and submit to CWS.
• Review, process and submit vendor invoices to CWS for processing.
• Review and process staff reimbursement requests and submit to CWS.
• Track and record petty cash disbursements.
• Assist with reviewing QuickBooks entries, credit card reconciliations, and other financial forms to ensure proper coding and accuracy.
• Complete data entry for credit card and cash expenses in QuickBooks as needed.
• Support external and internal audits as needed; assist in preparing materials requested by auditors.
• Assist the Operations and Finance Manager with completing monthly reimbursement reports for all funding sources.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience with fund accounting in a non-profit environment.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year work in finance, accounting, or bookkeeping strong desired.

Skills:

• Proficient in general office software programs like MS Word, Excel, email, and internet.
• Prior knowledge of QuickBooks preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills including ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• High degree of professional integrity; ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as collaborate and communicate effectively as a team member in a multi-cultural environment.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

Special Requirements:

• CWS’ U.S. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all new staff to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination as soon as reasonable, no longer than 60 days of employment. Any employee who is pregnant, who is nursing, who has a disability, or who has a medical condition that prevents them from safe vaccination, or who rejects vaccination because of sincerely held religious beliefs, may contact the CWS Benefits Administrator to request reasonable accommodation as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
• This position is based in the Jersey City office and will require both in-office work and remote work with the possibility of transitioning to fully in-person.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
• The candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Background check and references are required for the position.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 403 (b) Retirement Plan (Company paying 5% after 12 months)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (15 Paid days off plus 14 Holidays)
• Paid Sick Days (12 per year accrued monthly)
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits

CWS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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