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Accountant

First Baptist Church Glenarden

Landover, Maryland

Overview

The First Baptist Church of Glenarden has a need for a dynamic full-time accountant to support the Finance department. Primary duties include bank reconciliation, general ledger reporting, credit card reconciliation, accounts payable, and report generating. In addition, the incumbent will provide research and assistance in the completion of special projects.

This position has been filled

THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH GLENARDEN STORY

In 1917, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Warren planted a seed: a humble, at-home
Bible study. Fast forward 100 years and that kernel of faith has grown to
become the internationally renowned First Baptist Church of Glenarden
International! God has done great things at First Baptist Church for over 100
years.
The history of First Baptist is one filled with faithful men and women of
God who helped build their community and stood tall for Christ during the
Civil Rights movement. To this present day, FBCG is committed to
spreading the gospel of Christ and making a positive impact in our culture.
On January 14th, God called Pastor John Jenkins, a true son of this
church, came back to FBCG to become its Senior Pastor. Under his faithful
and humble leadership, FBCG began to reach hundreds and then thousands
of souls for Christ.
Through Pastor John’s leadership, an incredible ministry began to as the
unique pouring out of God’s Spirit began to overflow. As a result, in 1996,
FBCG founded SHABACH! Ministries, its community service arm, empowers
and educates the next generation of young people in the community.
Worship services and special events are viewed online in more than 20
countries. FBCG also has high-level classes through its Bible Institutes and
has a strategic partnership with Denver Seminary.
FBCG is blessed to have some of the best Bible teachers and musicians come
to minister in their church. Dr.Tony Evans, Bishop TD Jakes, Kirk Franklin, CeCe
Winans, and many more great men and women of God come to FBCG as guest
ministers.
FBCG is committed to making “dynamic disciples” and makes teaching the
word of God a priority by having many options to grow as a follower of Jesus
through the Bible Institute.
During the COVID pandemic, FBCG experienced unprecedented growth
worldwide through its online ministry. Over 60,000 people all over the world
now call FBCG their church home. You never know what to expect at FBCG!

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH GLENARDEN VISION STATEMENT

Developing Dynamic Disciples through Discipleship, Discipline and Duplication.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH GLENARDEN VALUE STATEMENTS

  • S – Seek God First
    Matthew 6:33
    We commit to seek God first for direction in every decision, whether great or
    small.
  • E – Evangelism
    Matthew 28:19
    Because it is God’s desire that no one should perish, we are equipped to share
    the love of Christ wherever and whenever, with anyone, out of gratitude for
    God sparing us from eternal damnation.
  • E – Excellence
    Daniel 5:14, 6:3
    We strive to give God our very best! Diligence, responsibility and faithfulness
    are essential ingredients to succeed in anything God has tasked us to do, as
    demonstrated by Daniel.
  • H – Honor/Humility
    Romans 12:10
    Esteeming others higher than ourselves, regardless of their title, position or
    status, is our priority because everyone was created in the image of God.
  • I – Integrity
    Job 31:6
    Honesty is demonstrated by doing what we commit to do.
  • M – Mentoring
    2 Timothy 2:2
    God has given everyone a purpose, and we commit to impart in others lessons
    learned to help them fulfill their destiny.

WHY WORK AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH GLENARDEN?

Pastor John and his team have created a phenomenal ministry culture. For
those who come onto the FBC team you will discover:

  1. A ministry team that is authentic.
  2. A ministry team that honors Christ together
  3. A ministry where there is freedom from micromanagement.
  4. A ministry where you will be developed to be the best version of your God-given self.
  5. A ministry team where you work with some of the best ministry talent in the U.S.

Turnover at FBC is very low.
Why? Because it is a fantastic place to be.

JOB SUMMARY

The First Baptist Church of Glenarden has a need for a dynamic full-time
accountant to support the Finance department. Primary duties include bank
reconciliation, general ledger reporting, credit card reconciliation, accounts
payable and report generating. In addition, the incumbent will provide
research and assistance in the completion of special projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform bank reconciliations, disbursements and balancing deposits.
  • Prepare payroll administration and financial report preparation.
  • Perform accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
  • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts.
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger.
  • Prepare accounting transactions and documents, documenting and
    updating procedures, and preparing special reports for management.
  • Maintain and process vendor payments thru the Automated Account Payable System
  • Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports.
  • Assist in budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process.
  • Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.
  • Maintain related records, filing tax reports and voluntary deduction
    reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and
    garnishments.
  • Improve the workflow within the Finance Office and thus improve the
    overall efficiency.
  • Provide needed backup for three key positions within the office.
  • Assist with special projects assigned to department.
  • Provide status reports to members in chain of command.

IS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH GLENARDEN FOR YOU?

  • Do you like to function in a fast-paced, high energy environment?
  • Do you have strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills?
  • Are you detailed oriented with a working knowledge of basic filing, record keeping and bookkeeping and accounting systems?
  • Are you good at multi-tasking?
  • Are you a technology ninja?
  • Do you stay organized and on top of your work?

If this sounds like the perfect fit, reach out to the Group ONE39 team today!

CANDIDATE PROFILE

  • 3 H’s are a MUST…hungry, humble, & hustle
  • Highly motivated initiator & self-starter
  • Think fast & act quick
  • If you have to ask what emotional
    intelligence is, NEXT!
  • Drama free, please!
  • Have fun, laugh, and walk in joy
  • Flexible, driven, goal-oriented and gets it done early

WASHINGTON D.C. METRO AREA

The Washington D.C. metropolitan area (also known as the National Capital
Region and colloquially as the DMV for “D.C., Maryland, Virginia”) is the
metropolitan area centered on Washington, D.C., the capital of the United
States. The area includes all of the federal district and parts of the U.S. states
of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. It is part of the larger Baltimore–
Washington metropolitan area.
The Washington D.C. metropolitan area is one of the most educated and
most affluent metropolitan areas in the US. Attractions abound in the area,
offering a range of activities. Washington D.C. offers national monuments and
museums like the world-famous Smithsonian; Baltimore attracts visitors to its
Inner Harbor area with the National Aquarium and is the home of Under
Armour; while Northern Virginia offers a blend of Civil War history and
wineries with a growing business climate.
The Washington Metro allows for easy access to and around our nation’s
capital and surrounding areas. Six lines run throughout the day from more
than 90 stations in the DMV. We have three major airports (BaltimoreWashington International, Dulles International and Reagan National).