Staff Accountant

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH•Jackson, MS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

First Presbyterian Church (FPC) of Jackson seeks an experienced Staff Accountant to serve FPC, First Presbyterian Day School (FPDS), and Twin Lakes (TL). This role executes the day-to-day accounting operations for these entities, maintaining the general ledger, executing the monthly close process, performing reconciliations, and preparing internal financial reports to ensure reliable and timely financial data. The Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Finance & Administration and serves as a key technical contributor within the finance function.

Requirements

A committed evangelical Christian with a desire to serve the Lord through faithful stewardship; demonstrates integrity, a heart for ministry, and strong interpersonal skills in supporting the financial health of the organization.
5–10+ years of broad, hands-on accounting experience across multiple functions, including general ledger maintenance and execution of month-end close; equivalent experience as a full-charge bookkeeper will be considered.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
Working knowledge of GAAP principles.
Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently within an established reporting structure.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred but not required.
Experience with Shelby and Quickbooks Online or similar systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger for all ministries.
Enter and code vendor invoices in accordance with the chart of accounts.
Record deposits and income transactions accurately and timely.
Post routine and recurring journal entries.
Execute the monthly close process.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
Reconcile credit card accounts.
Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Prepare monthly financial statements for internal review.
Enter and reconcile credit card transactions.
Ensure credit card transactions are coded appropriately for reporting purposes.
Prepare departmental budget schedules and analyze historical trends and recurring expenses to support the annual budgeting process.
Provide documentation and schedules to support the annual audit process.