Accounting Specialist

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries is a small but dynamic team dedicated to our mission of empowering disadvantaged women and seniors through proven programs that educate, foster self-sufficiency, and support enhanced quality of life. We strive to create a positive impact and foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment.  We are seeking a strong, experienced Accounting Specialist. This position works closely with the Executive Director and Managing Director and is responsible for coordinating all phases of the agency’s financial activities. This is an on-site position.

Position Purpose:

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries is seeking a strong, experienced Accounting Specialist. This position works closely with the Executive Director and Managing Director and is responsible for coordinating all phases of the agency’s financial activities. This is an on-site position.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• A minimum of five years of experience in accounting/bookkeeping and payroll is required.
• An associate degree is preferred, along with experience in non-profit finances.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter
• Detail oriented and accurate
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft office and QuickBooks accounting software (or similar program)
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
• Knowledge of budgetary process
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of and commitment to the values and mission of MNM

Job Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable

• Program billing – with back up
• Invoice preparation
• Deposit recording
• Accounts receivable management

Accounts Payable

• Recording invoice
• Paying invoices
• Tracking grant expenditures
• Tracking expenses to budget

Payroll

• Proper gathering and recording of payroll

Monthly

• Bank reconciliation
• Monthly financial statement preparation and analysis
• Journal entries as needed
• Trial balance account reconciliation

Other

• Assist CPA with year end audit
• Prepare 1099’s and other required tax returns
• Assist with budget preparation and upload to QuickBooks
• Other duties as necessary                                                                                                      

Please submit resume and cover letter to Aimee Shinkle at ashinkle@mnministries.org.

Enter “Accounting Specialist” in the subject line of the email.