Technical Accounting Consultant

Summary of Position

This part-time hourly position provides technical accounting support to the accounting team.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with a background in accounting with at least three years of work experience
• CPA license required
• Expertise or experience in accounting practices, financing options, tax law pertaining to non profits and payroll regulations 
• High standards of personal and professional integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Apps (google sheets)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to multi-task
• A member of The Summit Church or willing and able to become a member

Responsibilities

• Review and approve monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-routine journal entries including weekly offering entries, Classy transactions, ministry-related journal entries, and mission trip closeouts. 
• Review and post journal entries prepared by accounting staff for accuracy, proper supporting documentation, and compliance with accounting rules.
• Review payroll reconciliations and approve related journal entries, including payroll processing fees and other payroll-related adjustments. Prepare and post entries for the allocation and charging of ministry, media technicians, and childcare expenses each payroll cycle.
• Review monthly employee benefit invoices for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate accounting treatment prior to payment. Ensure necessary changes are made each month.
• Review month-end benefit reconciliations and prepare or approve related journal entries to ensure accurate recording of employee benefit activity and expense.
• Monitor and reconcile Meritain medical claims activity, ensuring timely tracking, resolution of discrepancies, and accurate financial reporting.
• Any other duties as assigned by Executive Director of HR and Accounting