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Accounting Specialist in Des Moines, Iowa at Iowa United Methodist Conference Center

Salary: $57000 - $60000
Iowa United Methodist Conference Center
Des Moines, Iowa, 50321, United States
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Job Description

Position Overview:

. Under the supervision of the Treasurer/Director of Admin Services, performs duties that include, but are not limited to recording and accounting for all receipts received by the Conference and/or Board of Pensions; completing weekly accounts payable functions; and the monthly reconciliation of accounts. The position’s work is also directed by the Controller in other general accounting procedures, reporting and analysis as the need arises.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Recording and accounting for all receipts received by the Conference, including the recording of church remittance, Conference Camp, income and cash receipts.
    Complete monthly journal entries and maintain account reconciliations for credit cards.
    Assist the Controller in month end, year-end closing, audit preparation, and financial statement preparation
Complete weekly accounts payable, including monthly grants and gift disbursements.
Special analytical or reporting projects as assigned, including 1099’s and tax documents.
    May perform other duties as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:


Technical Expertise:

    High aptitude with Accounting and Reporting software.High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, and Outlook

Behavioral Expertise:

    Excellent organizational skills.Excellent analytical skill required.Ability to manage multiple projects.Ability to work independently.Ability to handle detailed information with accuracyStrong verbal communication skills Ability to work with customers of all levels of benefit knowledge with diplomacyAbility to work with confidential dataMust be committed to service of other people and view working in this environment as a ministry to others



Education/Experience:
Associates Degree in relevant area, e.g., Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college with a minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience required, four (4) or more years strongly preferred.


Guiding Principles:


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Hospitality

Communication

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Ethics/Integrity

Relationship Building

Results

Accountability/Dependability

Connectional Thinking

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Note: This job description describes the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job. Job descriptions do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.


Job Location

Des Moines, Iowa, 50321, United States

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