Bookkeeper

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego•Poway, CA

13d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Pastoral Associate and/or Business Manager, the Parish Bookkeeper is responsible for performing a broad range of bookkeeping, accounting, and human resources duties that support the financial and administrative operations of the parish.

Requirements

Successful completion of a background check.
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience.
Working knowledge of, and strong commitment to, the mission of the Diocese and the Catholic Church.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal and human-relations skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Professional and courteous demeanor.
Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., Ministry Platform), Microsoft Excel, Canva, Jotform, Paylocity, and QuickBooks Desktop, with the ability to learn new software and systems.

Nice To Haves

Diocesan experience preferred.
Practicing Catholic preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll.
Prepare and maintain compliant employment records; conduct employee onboarding and termination procedures; ensure employees elect or decline benefit programs.
Serve as parish employee liaison for benefit administration.
Prepare, submit and maintain required documentation to the Diocesan HR. Dept.
Prepare and process payments for parish bills and vendor invoices in a timely manner.
Track, prepare, and submit 1099 information.
Record deposits and maintain supporting documentation.
Record diocesan auto-debits and other electronic transactions in a timely manner.
Perform bank statement and balance sheet reconciliations promptly.
Oversee financial components of parish fundraisers as needed.
Prepare and submit required documentation to the Diocesan Finance Office.
Prepare journal entries as needed.
Prepare annual budgets for presentation to the Pastor, Pastoral Assoc./Business Mgr., and Finance Council; enter approved budgets into QuickBooks in May.
Run monthly or as needed financial reports.
Complete year-end processing tasks.
Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure proper document retention.
Ensure compliance with diocesan financial controls and policies.
Coordinate and attend quarterly Parish Finance Council meetings, including scheduling, preparation meetings, and producing Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss statements for each meeting.
Prepare and process payments related to fundraisers and parish events.