Accounting Associate – General Board of Church and Society – Washington, DC

The General Board of Church and Society of The United Methodist Church is the presence of the church on Capitol Hill in Washington DC. GBCS is tasked with implementing the Social Principles, which contain stances taken on social and political issues by The United Methodist Church. The 2012 Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church states that GBCS “shall show the members of the Church and the society that the reconciliation that God effected through Christ involves personal, social, and civic righteousness….(and will) inform, motivate, train, organize, and build networks for action toward social justice throughout society, particularly on the specific issues prioritized by the board.”

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and process check requisitions and invoices for payment.
Review expense reports for accuracy, compliance with policy and proper approvals
Research and answer vendor inquires
Reconcile AP vendor accounts
Maintain accounts payable files
Order office and kitchen supplies
Fulfill online publication orders
Assist with year end physical fixed asset inventory
Other duties as assigned
Process travel reimbursements and input vouchers into Great Plains

Accountability
The Accounting Assistant will report to the Director of Finance

Skills and Experience

Associate degree in accounting or equivalent preferred with course work in accounting
5 years of experience in accounts payable
Must have recent experience with Great Plains accounting system
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with persons at all levels and in diverse groups and communities
Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities with a proficiency in problem solving with attention to detail
Hard worker that is self- motivated, must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Quick books
Good oral and written communication
Must be able to work effectively with a team, while demonstrating initiative
Must be able to work full-time in Washington, DC, no paid relocation

How to apply

Compensation

Salary range mid $40,000 to $50,000 depending on experience

pension benefits, 10 days of paid vacation, sick and personal leave, comprehensive medical, dental and accidental-death insurance; other benefits as outlined in the Employee Personnel Manual. This is a full-time non-exempt position

Hiring Policy

The General Board of Church and Society is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, age, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Procedure and Deadline:

To apply applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with salary history. Incomplete applicant information will not be considered.

No agencies please

Send to: froberts@umc-gbcs.org

-or-

The General Board of Church and Society

Attn: Ms. Frances J. Roberts, AGS Administration/Human Resources

100 Maryland Ave. NE #224

Washington, DC 20002-5625

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