Position description: Accounting and Administrative Associate
Classification
The accounting and administrative associate is a full-time, exempt position with benefits with hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Job Description Summary
The accounting and administrative associate ensures the smooth and efficient operation of the In Trust Center by conducting various administrative, operational, and accounting responsibilities. This position supports all functional areas, collaborates with staff to engage in organizational projects and work to fulfill institutional mission, and supports and implements the organization’s strategic plan initiatives and objectives.
Essential Functions
Perform administrative, operational, and accounting tasks to support accounting, operations, administration, programs, and publications.
Accounting: Support the organization’s accounting function including accounts payable and receivable, financial coding and submission of expenses, invoices, and receipts; audit assistance, maintaining accuracy.
Administration and Operations: Support day-to-day running of the organization ensuring administrative and operational tasks are completed smoothly and efficiently including technology, equipment, supplies, inventory, calendar, meetings, vendor management.
Programs and Publications: Support functional areas by implementing administrative tasks.
Value Traits
- Respect for diverse religious traditions, diversity, and inclusion.
- Excellent, demonstrable proficiency in organizational and project management.
- Personal effectiveness/credibility.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the In Trust Center for Theological Schools.
Competencies
Collaboration and independent work, ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines and anticipate needs; exceptional attention to detail; database experience; communication proficiency both oral and written; flexibility; Microsoft Office Suite; time management, stress management and composure; people skills and ability to cultivate respectful and productive relationships with all colleagues and constituents of the In Trust Center.
Requirements
Associate or Administrative Degree or Certificate and/or three years’ proven experience in accounting and administration. Experience with church agencies, seminaries, or congregational administrations is highly valued.
