Bookkeeper

Archdiocese of St. Louis

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. St. Francis of Assisi Parish is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Part-Time Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day financial operations of the parish. This individual will work collaboratively with parish leadership and the Archdiocese’s Shared Accounting Services (SAS) team to ensure accurate and timely financial processing and reporting.

Requirements

Prior bookkeeping or accounting experience required (parish or nonprofit experience a plus)
Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks experience preferred)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic computer applications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating with parish staff and external teams

Nice To Haves

Understanding of parish operations and Catholic Church environment
Commitment to the mission and values of the Catholic Church
Willingness to learn Archdiocesan financial processes and systems
Experience with Quickbooks, ServantKeeper, FACTS, Our Sunday Visitor, Excel, Parish Helper Online a plus

Responsibilities

Record weekly offertory into contribution software in a timely and accurate manner
Prepare documentation for other parish receipts ensuring donations are recorded in contribution software and appropriate information is provided to Shared Accounting for posting in accounting software
Prepare and process bank deposits and maintain supporting documentation, forwarding copies to Shared Accounting for verification
Review invoices for accuracy and forward to Shared Accounting for accounts payable processing
Coordinate payment process for online invoices to be processed for payment and properly recorded in accounting software by Shared Accounting Services Team
Finalize Accounts Payable process by printing checks for pastor’s signature, mailing and maintaining vendor files, including W-9 documentation
Assist with parish and school billing and accounts receivable as needed
Support payroll data collection and coordination with payroll processing
Maintain organized financial records in accordance with Archdiocesan policies
Collaborate with Shared Accounting Services to support month-end close and financial reporting
Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial procedures
Prevent and Protect Program Compliance
Other duties as necessary