Accounting Assistant

For nearly 80 years, Sandy Cove Ministries has been a place where millions of people have connected with God and each other.  

We offer year-round signature programs designed to uplift and strengthen individuals and families, including summer vacation packages and a day camp for kids. We also contract with ministries and organizations, helping them create their own impactful retreats and events on our property. 

All of this happens at our breathtaking location on the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay in North East, Maryland. With 150 guest rooms in our lodge and 220 beautiful acres, we offer guests authentic hospitality and the rest and renewal they crave.

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Sandy Cove Ministries is seeking a Part-Time Accounting Assistant to join our team.

Position Summary: This position will work to complete basic bookkeeping and accounting tasks that include recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and cash handling. 

General Purpose: To provide support to the Accounting Department which aims to run a fiscally responsible non-profit that enables the mission of helping people connect with God and each other. 

Role Qualifications:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• High School Diploma  
• 2+ years of clerical experience 
• Trustworthy and proven integrity 

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintaining clear records of transactions, donations, and deposits to bank accounts 
• Reconciling accounts daily, ensuring all transactions are accounted for 
• Able to utilize accounting software systems for multiple inquiries 
• Collecting and counting cash from donations, offerings, and other income flow 
• Perform day-to-day clerical tasks to ensure a smooth operation  
• Handling petty cash fund recording and reimbursements 
• Perform all other reasonable tasks as assigned 

Essential skills and experience:

• Working knowledge of general accounting procedures, banking & reconciling 
• Basic computer skills and ability to use Excel proficiently and internal software 
• Detail oriented 
• Strong analytical skills 
• Math skills 

Reporting to this position: None 

Physical demands of work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of the job.? Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to physically lift up to 50 pounds and will be required to stand & walk for long periods and use hands. Also sitting at a computer for an extended period of time is required. The ability to see is required to perform the essential job functions. 

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is characterized as a normal office environment 

Compensation: Minimum: $15.13 | Maximum: $20.47  

Part-Time Employee Benefits: Paid MD Sick time (18 and over), 401(k) with employer match, service awards, meal privileges, attend Sandy cove events free and discounted lodging for staff and immediate family. 

Learn more about Sandy Cove by visiting www.sandycove.org.