Accounting Assistant - Salem, OR, US

Only for registered members Salem, OR, US, United States

3 days ago

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$55,000 - $105,000 (USD) per year *
* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee
"Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment.  · Catholic Community Services (CCS) is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community fo ...
Job description

"Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment. 

Catholic Community Services (CCS) is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community for over 85 years. We seek individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in their community. Join us today and become a champion in the lives of others"

Pay: $ $22.47

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm 

Location: Marion County, Bishop Steiner Building

Type: Full Time / Non-Exempt / Eligible for medical benefits

General Position Summary: 

The Accounting Specialist I performs transactional accounting functions, administrative and clerical services to provide for accurate recording and reporting of assigned company financial information.

 Benefits we provide:

  • 4 Weeks Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) per year 
  • Employer contribution to Employee/Spouse/Dependent medical coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (Roth/Traditional) and Employer Match 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts Medical/Dependent Care (FSA) 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Employer Paid Group Life Insurance Plan 
  • 6 Paid Holidays/ Holiday Pay 
  • Mileage Reimbursement 
  • Jury Duty Paid Leave 
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Annual performance evaluations
  • Employee appreciation events
  • Employee Assistance Program   

Additional Benefits Offered 

  • Multiple Dental Plan Options 
  • Vision Plan Options
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance 
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Discount Gym Memberships with Certain Medical Enrollment 
  • On the Job Training & CPR/First Aid Certification 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience: 

  1. Associate's degree and two years' accounting, administrative, or clerical experience or combination of education and experience and
  2. Computer software proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word 

Note: a bachelor's degree in accounting will meet the minimum requirements for this position

Preferred Qualifications and Experience: 

  1. Prior non-profit experience.
  2. Accounts payable/receivable experience
  3. Familiarity with fund accounting, cost allocation plans, and public agency reporting requirements.
  4. Payroll processing experience in systems like ADP.

Required to demonstrate Job Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: 

  1. Demonstrated skills in computers and computer software such as MS Access, Excel, Word
  2. Excellent customer services skills
  3. Consistently follow up and follow through on tasks and assignments.
  4. Excellent time management skills
  5. Maintain confidential information.
  6. Work with all the people we serve.
  7. Be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment.
  8. Handle multiple projects.
  9. Complete tasks accurately, on time and meet deadlines.
  10. Communicate professional and effectively (written and oral) with a variety of individuals (customers, vendors, people we serve, leadership, management and other staff).
  11. Prioritize workload.
  12. Organize workspace and work products in a fast-paced environment.
  13. Accurately and with attention to detail maintain records, documents and materials.

Essential Position Functions and Key Work Processes: 

  1. Process accounts payable transactions following company procedures and spending policies
  2. Communicate with staff in and out of department to resolve discrepancies and ensure appropriate approval and documentation is present
  3. Complete credit applications for new vendor credit accounts
  4. Maintain accurate records for intercompany transactions and work with others in the department to ensure all required entries are present
  5. Maintain record keeping and filing system
  6. Process accounts receivable transactions following company procedures
  7. Ensure that financial transactions are timely, accurate, easy to interpret and meet policy requirements
  8. Provide back-up relief for other staff in the department (e.g. Accounting Specialists/Payroll)
  9. Assist with monthly reconcile and annual audit as needed.


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