Accounting & Disbursement Specialist

Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Diakon Affordable Housing. General Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for performing duties which support the Accounting and Financial reporting function. 2. Audits invoices, travel expense reports, petty cash and check requests for accuracy, approval, proper receipts, and documentation according to corporate policies. 3. Enters invoice documents for payment according to terms, ensuring timely payment; edit data entry of invoice detail and post to proper accounting period. 4. Researches past due balances to ensure payment was processed and received. 5. Responds to both internal and external inquiries on voucher payment status and other disbursement related issues; includes responds to inquiries on the accounts payable and vendor hotlines. 6. Creates new vendors within accounting system and performs appropriate sanction checks based on established requirements. Education/Training: A high school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree preferred. Experience: A minimum of three (3) years' experience in general accounting functions normally required. In addition to the preferred experience requirements, the incumbent is expected to effectively perform multiple jobs, tasks, and duties throughout the division, department, or unit. ADA: Ability to bend, stoop, sit, reach and lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.; visual and auditory skills. Compensation and Benefits: Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. 1. Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. 2. Tuition Assistance - up to $15,000 annually 3. Paid Time Off 4. 401(k) plan with employer match 5. Voluntary short-term disability 6. Long-term disability 7. Life insurance 8. Referral bonuses of up to $3,000. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations. Diakon is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled