Bookkeeper

Archdiocese of St. Louis•Perryville, MO

11d

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. The Bookkeeper is a part-time position with a flexible work schedule reporting to the Pastor and Office Manager. The Bookkeeper is responsible for managing various financial tasks and general office administrative duties. The primary focus of this role includes the handling day to day tasks of accounts payable, cash receipting, payroll maintaining the status animarum database, and other financial related duties as directed by the Business Manager.

Requirements

Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church or possessing a deep understanding of and respect for Catholic teachings
Minimum of 2 years administrative/office experience
Strong Organizational and Communication Skills
Attention to detail and accuracy of work
Proficiency in using Microsoft Suite products (excel, word)
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with Pastor, Business Manager, parish staff and volunteers with a mission of driven spirit

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Associates in Accounting/Business Administration preferred
Familiarity or Proficiency in using Quickbooks would be a plus

Responsibilities

Manage weekly accounts payable and vendor payments in Quickbooks
Maintain vendor records and coordinate payment approvals as necessary
Assist with processing and recording of weekly donations and receivables
Assist with Bank Deposits and cash procedures with parish organizations
Review timecards and process payroll every two weeks
Reconcile Credit Card Statements monthly
Assist with month-end close procedures, ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed
Assist in preparing annual parish budgets
Maintain the Status Animarum database for the parish
Create and Process periodic reporting and statements as needed
Coordinate administrative office services for themselves and others, records control and other administrative activities as directed by Pastor and/or Business Manager
Collaborate with Office Manager, staff, and clergy to support financial operations and parish mission