Bookkeeper
Location: Davenport, Iowa
Pay: $20-22/hr
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours per week
About the Role
At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We're seeking a skilled accounting professional to manage our financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance. This role is crucial in supporting our mission through accurate financial reporting, budget management, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards.
What You’ll Do
Financial Management
- Perform full charge bookkeeping and maintain compliance with GAAP
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Review and post bi-weekly payroll journals
- Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns
- Maintain control procedures for Food Stamps and Petty Cash
- Process billing and reconciliation for internal and external vouchers
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare monthly financial reports and audit schedules
- Reconcile payroll deductions and exchange accounts
- Work with HR staff on pension contribution reports
- Generate and submit Rags Sales & Vehicle Sales Reports
- Assist with budget preparations and data entry
- Collaborate with ARC Command Center for month/year-end closing
Supervisory Duties
- Supervise accounting department staff
- Review and approve vendor checks before release
- Maintain oversight of accounts and financial procedures
Why Join Us
- Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
- On-the-job training
- Team-oriented environment
- Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!
What You Need
Required
Education & Experience
- Minimum: 2-year (A.S.) accounting degree plus accounting work experience
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in accounting plus work experience
- Proficient computer skills including accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Excellent mathematical and accounting operation abilities
- Advanced organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
- Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities
Physical Requirements
- Regular standing and walking
- Use of hands for computer work and filing
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Clear vision for detailed computer work
Work Environment
- Professional office setting
- May require occasional weekend or evening work
- Climate-controlled environment
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Skills Required
- Two-year Associate of Science degree in accounting plus accounting work experience
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Excellent mathematical and accounting operation abilities
- Advanced organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities
- Ability to stand and walk regularly
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Clear vision for detailed computer work
- Bachelor's degree in accounting plus work experience
What We Do
The Salvation Army is a church and charitable organization known for its charity work in over 120 countries, committed to 'Doing the Most Good' through community programs and aged care.
