Accountant

Archdiocese of St. Louis, Missouri • Union, NJ

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About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and mission-driven Bookkeeper to support the financial operations of a parish and school. Working closely with the Pastor, Parish Finance Committee, and Office Manager, this role manages daily accounting activities, with a focus on accounts payable, vendor management, credit card and cash disbursements, and monthly reconciliations. The position calls for a collaborative approach, strong internal controls, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Candidates receiving an employment offer must submit to pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure or certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary. Any offer is contingent upon successfully completing required screening.

Requirements

• Be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, or demonstrate a deep understanding of and respect for Catholic teachings and values.
• Bachelor’s degree in Bookkeeping or Accounting.
• At least 2 years of relevant bookkeeping experience.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, especially those related to cash handling and financial safeguarding.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Collaborative team-player approach and commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization.

Nice To Haves

• Creative and efficiency-oriented, with eagerness to explore innovative solutions to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and vendor payments accurately and efficiently using QuickBooks.
• Maintain accurate general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
• Record accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash receipt transactions accurately.
• Prepare and record journal entries and amortization/accrual schedules.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Review deposit documentation and ensure proper coding.
• Maintain accurate vendor files.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the Pastor, Finance Council, and Archdiocese.
• Maintain accounting records and files according to Archdiocesan retention policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time