Cadence International

Accountant

Englewood, Colorado•Full-time
$26 - $29 hourly
About the Job
Reports to: Accounting Manager
Hours: Full or Part-Time (Based upon the applicant's preference)
All Applications must be submitted online at - https://cadence.org/apply-now/

Purpose:
Cadence International is an evangelical mission organization dedicated to reaching military communities with the good news of Jesus Christ. The Accountant supports the ministry of Cadence by performing various duties within the Finance Department. Specifically, the Accountant is responsible for timely and accurate processing of general ledger transactions and reconciliations while maintaining a strong internal controls environment and providing financial reports and general support to Cadence staff and missionaries.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Record financial transactions and entries in general ledger and appropriate sub ledgers.
  • Post or oversee all entries, reports, and documentation related to fixed assets as well as contributions of non-financial assets.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts, including Prepaid Expenses, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
  • Reconcile various bank and investment accounts.
  • Performs and documents complex financial analysis and reviews account activity for accuracy and completeness.
  • Maintain chart of account codes in accounting software and auxiliary applications; includes user account information, such as user IDs, passwords, etc.
  • Complete and submit annual state registrations, renewals, and tax exemption documents and IRS forms within the appropriate deadlines.
  • Provide financial reporting and general accounting support to staff and missionaries.
  • Serve as backup lead for the accounting software, providing training and support to HQ and the field in all areas related to accounting systems when needed. 
  • Manage the corporate credit card processes and serve as the primary administrator for the credit card system.
  • Assist with preparation and tracking of various forms, including budgets and end-of-year forms.
  • Prepare schedules for outside auditors and assist in completion of the annual audit.
  • Track and report on all grant agreements (international and domestic).
  • Assist in establishing and monitoring internal control procedures and developing procedure manuals and workflow improvements.
  • Assist in developing and distributing finance policies and other finance-related communications.
  • Participate in month-end and year-end closing and reconciliation procedures.
  • Uphold a high level of professionalism and quality when processing all transactions and correspondence both within and outside Cadence.
  • Is cross trained to perform duties in the areas of Accounts Payable and Donor Services when needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Accounting or business field.
  • 2 – 5 years of experience in Accounting.
  • Must have a working knowledge of accounting principles.
  • Prior experience in a nonprofit organization, specifically a mission organization, is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and willing to learn any necessary additional programs.
  • Experience with nonprofit accounting software, specifically Sage Intacct, preferred.
  • Born again, mature Christian with an affinity for the mission and work of Cadence International.
  • Because of the distinctly Christian emphasis of Cadence’s mission work, must sign and comply with Cadence International’s Code of Christian Conduct.
  • Must be willing to join staff in periodic prayer times for the needs of the mission and to attend the weekly headquarters chapel held during work hours.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including a positive attitude, willingness to help resolve issues, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Must be self-motivated, with high initiative and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Strengths in administration, multi-tasking, and organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
  • Strong customer service orientation with a positive attitude and willingness to help.
  • Ability to graciously re-prioritize workload as demands change throughout the day, and flexibility to meet demands of a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to exercise considerable discretion in the handling of confidential or sensitive matters.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Cadence International is an evangelical mission agency dedicated to reaching the military communities of the United States and of the world with the Good News of Jesus Christ. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs, talk, listen, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Important

Notice: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the classification.

Equal Employment Opportunity: (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans)
Cadence is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The organization prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, genetic information, or disability in accordance with applicable legal requirements. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment because of an individual's membership in any of these protected classes.
Because it is a religious organization, Cadence is permitted by law to use its religious doctrines and practices as a basis for hiring and other employment decisions with all employees. In addition, employees having ministerial functions, including missionaries and employees in leadership roles, may be subject to special requirements or qualifications based upon religious principles. If you would like to review our Veteran and Disabled policies, please contact Human Resources at 303-762-1400 during normal business hours. Cadence International will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.