Financial Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and/or GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated awareness of and support for the Catholic Church and its mission and traditions
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Eagerness to learn through hands-on experience, training, and collaboration with team members across multiple functional areas
• Flexible and able to respond to changes in the responsibilities and in the work environment

Nice To Haves

• experience with QuickBooks is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting and bookkeeping support, including but not limited to processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining general ledger activity, performing bank and account reconciliations, assisting with month-end close tasks, and supporting the preparation and review of financial records and reports
• Support the transition of financial functions into the Diocese’s shared services model by helping onboard new entities and establishing consistent processes and procedures
• Assist with budgeting and financial planning processes, including but not limited to gathering data, preparing supporting schedules, and monitoring performance against budget
• Support financial reviews, internal audits, and external audit processes by preparing documentation, reconciling balances, and assisting with requests from auditors and internal stakeholders
• Prepare financial reports and supporting materials for leadership, including parish finance councils, and assist in communicating financial results and insights to non-financial stakeholders
• Collaborate with Chancery Finance Office team members and parish staff to resolve discrepancies, improve workflows, and implement best practices across multiple locations
• Participate in structured training and cross-functional development across accounting, financial planning, and audit disciplines, with the goal of gradually taking on increased responsibility, including direct support of individual parishes or entities
• Provide support for special projects and evolving Chancery Finance Office initiatives as the Diocese continues to expand and refine its shared services model
• Assist with ad hoc financial projects, and other responsibilities as needed