The Lead Accountant supports Central USA Mission Center and its congregations with key accounting functions including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and HR, requiring strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Position Description

Open until Filled

Employer

Central USA Mission Center

Remote Eligibility

Not eligible

Required Language(s)

English

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, accounting preferred

Experience Required/Desired

5-8 years progressive accounting/process development responsibilities

Immediate Supervisor

Mission Center Financial Officer

Employment Status

40+ hours/week

Summary of Position

This position provides support to Central USA Mission Center, its congregations and affiliates, as needed, in all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger, contributions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, payroll processing and human resource management. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and a solid understanding of accounting principles

Essential Functions

Assists the accounting team with the following tasks:

1. Payroll management using third-party vendor software
2. Account reconciliation and general ledger maintenance
3. Accounts Payable/Receivable
4. Bank reconciliations, contribution processing and miscellaneous deposits
5. Transferring funds between various accounts and entities
6. Providing various reports to entities and church headquarters g. Answering congregation financial officer inquiries

Required Competencies/Skills

1. Thorough understanding of financial accounting principles and payroll processing; non-profit fund accounting experience preferred
2. Intermediate computer skills utilizing MS Office products and the ability to learn new computer programs
3. Excellent organization, and verbal and written communication skills
4. Proficient at emailing and managing/organizing email
5. Ability to work with multiple people, projects and priorities
6. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
7. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with both internal and external audiences
8. Accurate attention to detail
9. Maintain regular, reliable, consistent attendance

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Other Duties

Please note that this job description in not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned when necessary.

Required Trainings

New employees are required to be a registered youth worker with Community of Christ or be able to register within 30 days of hire date. Anti-harassment training is also required within 30 days of hire and then required annually.

Ministerial Status

No

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

Application Instructions

Send a cover letter and resume to Central USA Mission Center.