Parish Accountant

Description

Position:  Parish Accountant 

Status:  Full time, non-exempt  

Reports to:   Manager of Accounting Services 

Position Objective

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is seeking a Parish Accountant that will support the financial data requirements for multiple parishes within the Diocese. This is a full time position based on 40 hours per week.

Essential Duties 

· Review all bank deposit documentation presented by parish for accuracy and proper coding

· Review all accounts payable presented by parish for proper coding

· Review and reconcile tuition contracts and payments

· Develop schedules for amortization and accruals as needed

· Prepare and records general ledger journal entries

· Reconcile and prepare supporting documentation monthly for all balance sheet accounts on assigned parishes 

· Prepare monthly financial statements, including commentary, as prescribed 

· Work with parish staff or Finance Council to prepare and monitor parish budgets as prescribed

· May present financial reports or narratives to pastors and parish finance councils as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Earn others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions 

· Use strong verbal and/or written communication skills to exchange information clearly and concisely and deliver concepts, opinions and ideas in a professional manner

· Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight

· Take personal responsibility and act with urgency to meet individual and organizational commitments, including going beyond what the job typically requires

· Promote a sense of collaboration and teamwork; share information and learning; keep others informed to help promote Diocesan strategy and goals

· Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting

· One or more years related experience in general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash receipts

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial management reports, technical procedures and government regulations

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from pastors, parish finance councils, and Finance Office Management

· Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages

· Working knowledge of the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

· Working knowledge of approved parish software preferred

· Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is an asset

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays. 

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training prior to hire.