Accounting / Payroll Assistant

Redeemer Presbyterian Church
Encinitas, California, United States
Date Posted: 10/23/2024
Categories: Business/Finance
Denominations:
Church Size: 1501 to 2000
Job Type: Full-Time
Employee Workplace: On-site
Job Description:

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION: We are a dedicated non-profit organization serving the North County San Diego community, committed to making a positive impact through various programs and services. Our mission is to support and uplift individuals and families in need, fostering a sense of community and providing essential resources.

JOB SUMMARY: The Accounting Assistant will provide general financial and accounting assistance to the financial department through a combination of administrative and accounting support, performing mid-level functions with little or no supervision. The scope and nature of these functions require well-versed accounting and financial practices and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll Administrator:

  • Calculate payable hours, tax withholdings, and deductions.
  • Manage timekeeping systems and manually collect and review timesheets.
  • Provide information and answer employee questions about payroll-related matters.
  • Prepare and process quarterly payroll tax filings.
  • Process year-end W2/W9 filings.
  • Maintain understanding of labor rules and regulations.

Accounting Assistant:

  • Income/Deposits: Code and enter financial transactions from the online giving platform, post various donation transactions to automated accounting systems.
  • Assist in posting and maintaining the general ledger for specific accounts and designated funds.
  • Prepare fund account deposits, assist in account analysis and account coding for reconciliation of specific accounts and designated funds, promptly researching and correcting any variances.
  • AR/Expenses: Process and update selected employee expense reports, review rules for compliance, and track expenses as they relate to ministry scope.
  • Prepare, record, and maintain accurately, and in accordance with ministry procedures, accounting records such as income and expense transactions and journal entries.
  • Identify exceptions and problems affecting accounting records and certain accounts, communicating the same to management, and assisting in their resolution.
  • Scan, file, and log accounting documents and maintain digital and physical financial records.
  • Request and process W-9 forms from new vendors for account-specific funds.
  • Work to achieve cross-training in applicable areas where directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Accounting/Finance or, in lieu of degree, 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • A self-starter/strong analytical skills, work ethic, independence, problem-solving ability, effective communication skills, a positive attitude.
  • Ability to select and compile data for statements, expenditures, revenues, accounts, and reports with exceptional attention to detail and strong knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent multitasking skills with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Highly developed attention to detail.
  • Strong time management and numerical aptitude skills.
  • Willingness to thrive in team environment and pitch in where needed to help the team succeed.
  • Innovative approach to solving problems with a solution-driven mindset.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information a MUST.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES

  • Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures.
  • Competency in MS Office, database/accounting software and regulatory practices and GAAP.
  • Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports.
  • Ability to detect inconsistencies and analyze financial records and transfer information.
  • Self-motivated and self-directed with strong prioritization and data entry skills with accurate and precise attention to detail.
  • Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports.
  • Ability to use 10-key by touch/ accurate data entry, handle high volumes of  data.
  • Provide accounting and clerical support to the Finance department.
  • Research, track, and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following:

  • A cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in the position.
  • A detailed resume.
  • Contact information for two professional references.

Please send your application materials to [hr@redeemersd.org]  

About Redeemer Presbyterian Church

Redeemer San Diego is a diverse, multiethnic, and intergenerational family of faith committed to following Jesus, building relationships, and living intentionally. 

More...