Accounting Specialist (Accounts Payable)

Accounting Specialist

Position: Accounting Specialist (Accounts Payable)

Position location: St. Louis, Missouri

Council website: www.stlbsa.org

Position Overview:

The Accounting Specialist, emphasis in Accounts Payable, will be an integral member of the Accounting Department for our mission-focused organization.

Essential Functions

•  Process accounts payable, expense reports, cash advances and posting of transactions to the general ledger.

Materials and Equipment Used:

• Computer, copier, telephone, fax machine and other office equipment as needed. 

Physical Activities and Requirements:

• Physical requirements include reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, lifting, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, computer keyboarding, driving a motor vehicle.  Must be able to sit and work at a computer keyboard and be able to perform repetitive and stretching motions. While in the office, work is usually sedentary. There may be a need for occasional heavy lifting of boxes, files, and equipment (up to 30 pounds).  Needs to maintain current driver’s license and automotive insurance, and from time to time may need to drive own personal motor vehicle for council business (to be reimbursed for mileage at current IRS-approved rate).

Mental Demands:

• Reading, detail work, confidentiality, problem solving, language, training, math, reasoning, verbal communication, written communication, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment, continual change.

Working Conditions:

• The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. When visiting council camps, the employee may be exposed to some special adverse environmental conditions.

Working Relationships, Supervision, Volunteer Relations:

• Recognize the importance of a good working relationship with other staff members.  Recognize the importance of a close and harmonious working relationship with all volunteers.

Qualifications:

• Possess high school education or equivalent.
• An associate or higher degree in accounting with work experience in accounts payable preferred. 
• Experience with PeopleSoft general ledger software is a plus.
• Candidates must have integrity, superior organizational skills, ability to communicate effectively, be a team player, and have a strong work ethic.
• This is a full-time, office-based position.

Salary: $45,000, annually

Benefits:

The Greater St. Louis Area Council is an equal opportunity employer. Scouting offers benefits to include medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life-insurance, long-term disability, family medical leave, maternity leave, accidental death, a defined benefit retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses. We also offer generous vacation policy and holiday observances.

How to Apply:

• Completion of the application process is required. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.