Overview Accountant-Accounts Receivable Full-time, Hourly with Benefits $22-$26/hour DOE The Salvation Army, Syracuse Area Services We are presently conducting a search for a Staff Accountant who will work within the Finance Team and concentrate in the area of Accounts Receivables for The Salvation Army's Syracuse Area Services Division located in downtown Syracuse. The Staff Accountant concentrating in AR is a relationship building role while overseeing t he receipt and accounting of funds being paid to the organization; ensuring invoices are accurate and proper accounting procedure is followed to account for the receipt of payments; maintaining accurate account balances by verifying, allocating and posting transaction into the proper journals making sure that there are documents to back up any transaction. The SA will report directly to the Director of Finance. This position is considered Full-Time, Hourly, eligible for over-time, and compensates at $22-26/hour depending on experience/education. In addition you will also with access to our full benefit offerings at the completion of our "Initial Employment" period. We here at The Salvation Army offer a comprehensive and unique health benefit offerings such as: + Student Loan Forgiveness Program + Remitted Tuition Program with SU + Pension Plan and Tax Deferred Retirement Savings Account + Medical Insurance/low Employee contribution + Vision Insurance & Dental Insurance + Paid Holidays + Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal & Sick + FREE downtown covered parking on the premises + On-Site Day Care Services at a discounted weekly rate + Bereavement Counseling + Free Will Preparation Service by an Attorney + Christmas Bonus + LiveHealth On-line 24/7 + Insurance Plans: Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Voluntary Life & Supplemental Responsibilities Listed below is an overview of the essential duties and responsibilities: • Process all receipts through accounts receivable system assuring compliance with agency standards. Follow through on variances in A/R payments received, as compared to billed. Reconcile and contact Funder and/or Finance staff to re-invoice timely and accurately.• Process daily deposits electronically using the Cash Management System.• Complete periodic credit card processing as required (Weekly/monthly).• Perform bank reconciliation.• Reconcile donation records to Finance records.• Assist with the preparation of the external audit documentation and interact directly with external auditors.• Reconcile balance sheet account balances for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and complying with related policies, practices and regulations.• Remain abreast of changes in grant requirements and reporting structure.• Assist with the preparation of the agency budget and financial statements. (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) Qualifications Special Skills, Certificates, Licenses: + Minimum of an Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree + Bachelor's Degree with accounting experience + Non-profit industry experience preferred. + Advanced skill level with Excel and Accounting Software. (We utilize Serenic) This is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Salvation Army is an Affirmative Action Employer. Job LocationsUS-NY-Syracuse Job ID 2025-13736 Category Accounting Compensation Please Note: Total compensation exceeds the posted hourly wage. Compensation Min USD $22.00/Hr. Compensation Max USD $26.00/Hr. Type Regular Full-Time