Accountant SPECIFIC JOB DESCRIPTION This position will be responsible for performing the accounting functions of the organization. FELLOWSHIP’S MISSION STATEMENT Fellowship is a Gospel-centered, multiethnic, intergenerational church that exists to make disciples. HOW WE LIVE OUT OUR MISSION At Fellowship, we are committed to being transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, growing in a life of worship, gathering in community, and giving our lives away on mission.

SPECIFIC POSITION OBJECTIVES:

1. Provides timely and complete monthly financial reporting and other reports to Director of Business for analysis as needed

2. Ensures that payables and recurring expenses are paid in a timely manner and proper backup and authorization is received

3. Manages and ensures prompt collection of accounts receivable 4. Completes bank, investment account and credit card reconciliations for month-

end close 5. Maintains an orderly accounting filing system 6. Works with Director of Business in maintaining chart of accounts 7. Works with Director of Business in preparing departmental budgets 8. Calculates variances from the budget and reports significant issues to Director

of Business 9. Maintains a system of controls over accounting transactions 10. Works with Director of Business to coordinate the provision of information to

external auditors / CPA for audit purposes 11. Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures 12. Is point of contact with church bank to provide/obtain pertinent information 13. Works with Facilities Manager to ensure timely receipt and payment of rent and other facility expenses 14. These duties are not exclusive and with consideration of the job requirements and employee’s skills, this job

description can be added to or taken away from at the discretion of the employee’s immediate supervisor.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS • Maintains a personal devotion to and relationship with Jesus Christ that is reflected in lifestyle • Active membership and regular attendance at Fellowship or another Bible-believing church • Signs the Fellowship Statement of Faith • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in general accounting/finance, including in-depth understanding of the month-end

close process • Previous accounting experience at a church preferred but not required • Excellent knowledge of standard accounting practices and GAAP • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; detail oriented

We believe that a person’s role is not as

important as the overarching goal of our

mission statement - to make disciples. So we

are more interested in

enhancing our team with this important role,

rather enhancing any one person’s ministry or

personal objectives. Fellowship has been recognized as one of the fastest growing multiethnic churches in America, and Wikipedia reports that our region, the San Gabriel Valley, is one of the most ethnically diverse regions in the country.

• Ability to maintain confidential information in strictest of confidence • Flexibility and ability to increase output as busy seasons (i.e. Christmas, Easter) dictate increases in expenses and

revenue • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment • Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner • Must be a forward-thinking individual with a desire to help the team win through increased organizational effectiveness

REPORTS TO: Director of Business Regular Full-time/Exempt