Job Description

Position : Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper

Status : Full time, Non-exempt

Reports to : Director of Operations 

Summary

St. Therese Catholic Church in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking to fill the position of Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper. This position plays a vital role in helping manage the financial operations of the parish and school. The Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper will assist with parish financial statements, budget reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, year-end reporting, and any audit requirements.

Essential Duties

· Assist Director of Operations in creating and managing parish and school budget.

· Process accounts receivable and payable and corresponding general ledger entries.

· Create invoices and bills for clients.

· Process payroll.

· Track and monitor financial transactions.

· Enter financial data into accounting software.

· Reconcile all general ledger accounts, including tuition revenue, payroll liabilities, etc.

· Record and reconcile parishioner contributions to general ledger.

· Send annual contribution statements to parishioners.

· Process weekly offertory deposits according to audit requirements.

· Prepare budget and financial reports for Pastor and Finance Council.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills – highly collaborative and an effective team member.

· Exercise planning and organizational skills and meet deadlines through problem-solving and multi-tasking.

· Handle confidential information with integrity.

· Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

· Undergraduate degree in business, finance or accounting, or equivalent work experience

· Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting, bookkeeping or related field

· Intermediate to advanced skill level in QuickBooks or similar accounting software

· Active Catholic in good standing is preferred, though familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is required.

St. Therese Catholic Church offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous vacation and sick leaves, plus paid holidays. 

Note : All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire. 

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