Staff Accountant

## Description

**Position****Description**

*Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and**Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.*

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| **Job Title:** Staff Accountant | **Exempt/Non-Exempt:** Exempt |

| **Reports to:** Director of Accounting | **Full or Part-time:** Full-time |

| **Team:** Ministry Services | |

| **Position Summary:** | |

| The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of the organization through accurate accounting practices, reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger management. This role is responsible for maintaining financial accuracy, supporting audit and month-end processes, managing credit card and purchase order activity, and ensuring integrity in financial reporting. The Staff Accountant demonstrates strong attention to detail, integrity, stewardship, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven environment | |

## Qualifications

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| **Key Duties and Responsibilities** Brief description of duties in order of priority | |

**Key Area:** Accounting Operations and Financial Management

• Reconcile bank statements and perform account reconciliations
• Prepare and post journal entries for monthly and annual close processes
• Post and manage transactions between Ramp and Financial Edge software
• Maintain purchase orders and support day-to-day accounting functions
• Review credit card activity for accuracy and proper coding

**Key Area:**Financial Reporting, Compliance, and Audit Support

• Prepare schedules and gather supporting documentation for external audits
• Develop and prepare project and financial reports as assigned
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records through review and analysis
• Perform additional accounting duties and special projects as directed by leadership
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold strong ethical and stewardship standards in handling financial data

**REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:**
## This position reports directly to the Director of Accounting. This position has no direct reports.
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| Competencies Required | | |
| **Unique for this job** | **Unique for this job** | **For managers of people** |
| Accounting and Financial Accuracy | Detail Orientation | |
| Effective Communication Skills | Organizational Skills | |
| Self-Management | Adaptability | |
| Confidentiality | Time Management | |
| Collaboration | Problem Solving | |

# MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

**Education/Experience:**

• High School diploma or HSE required
• Bachelors degree in accounting or 5+ years of equivalent experience in accounting is required
• Knowledge of, and experience with, web-based accounting and accounts payable

**Technical/Software Knowledge:**

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Financial Edge accounting and Ramp software strongly preferred
• Working knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

**Mission Alignment:**

• Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible
• Adherence to WM Employee Policies
• Alignment with WM Core Values:
• Christ-Centered Purpose
• Faithful Stewardship
• Excellence
• Grace and Truth

**Physical Requirements:**

To perform the essential job functions of this position, a candidate must be able to

• Sit for long periods of time.
• Physical ability to bend and/or stoop.