Position Description
Position Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Administration
Reports To: Financial Controller
Status: Full-time, Salaried
FLSA Status: Exempt
Effective Date: December 2025
Christ-Centered Culture
· This means we regularly share our faith with others. The Great Commission is our mission, and our role is to equip and encourage others to do the same.
· We keep Christ central through active participation in and contribution to the spiritual growth of the organization, maintaining God-pleasing relationships with all co-workers, volunteers, donors, and partners.
· Every person, and position, is eagerly looking for opportunities to directly mobilize ministry through our volunteers and donors.
Ideal Characteristics
The ideal candidate is willing to take on a wide range of responsibilities and is steady in completing whatever work is needed. This role requires someone who brings consistent follow-through. Attention to detail is essential; the person in this position must produce accurate work, notice mistakes, and bring tasks to completion without frequent oversight. A careful, deliberate working style and steady tenacity are helpful.
Because this position serves within a collaborative administrative team, loyalty to the team and supportive posture are important. Candidates who respond constructively to requests for help and find satisfaction in contributing to shared goals will do well. Overall, we seek a helpful, dependable professional who takes initiative and strengthens the team by getting work done.
Summary of Role
Responsible for processing and accuracy of all Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activity in accounting systems according to GAAP. Maintains current Chart of Accounts and general accounting structure for the organization. Responsible for assisting in monthly/annual close and audit activities. Ensures accurate financial and budgetary reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· ensures compliance with company’s financial policies and procedures
· collects, records, reconciles, and prepares financial reports within financial systems
· inputs daily transactions into accounting systems
· assists in preparation and analysis of financial statements and related reports
· involved in development and implementation of systems and processes to ensure timely financial reporting
· supports internal and external audit functions
· manages monthly balancing of books and monthly account reviews
· provides management with timely review of organization’s financial status and progress, as requested
· partners with other administration personnel in timely delivery of departmental functions including payroll, employee onboarding, tax compliance, employee benefits, etc.
· partners with Mission Advancement to ensure accurate recording of donor contributions and tracking of restricted gifts
· payroll and retirement plan administration
· asset management including vehicle registrations
· other duties as assigned
Education, Experience and Characteristics:
· must demonstrate alignment with Kingdom Workers' Statement of Faith
· bachelor’s degree (accounting preferred) or equivalent experience
· minimum of two years related experience and/or training
· working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reports
· ability to work with all levels of management
· ability to participate in a work environment that fosters open and honest two-way communication
· ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time, while working on multiple projects simultaneously
· must possess strong communication skills
· be comfortable with the use of technology and software platforms
· have proven ability to work cross-culturally while building relationships and working collaboratively with others
Location and Travel Expectations:
· position is based in the KW Home Office in Waukesha, WI
· position is required to be onsite
· ability to travel occasionally
· ability to travel by road, air or other means as may be encountered in a developing country
· ability to happily spend time and work in remote areas
· valid passport, or ability to obtain one, required
· valid driver’s license required
Other Conditions:
· frequently required to walk, sit, stand, and/or lift up to 30 pounds
· frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
· continually required to talk and hear
· occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions including outdoor exposure
· occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities or physical restrictions to perform the essential functions of this position.
The above information describes the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, abilities, duties, and requirements necessary to perform the primary functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.