Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper at St Thomas More Catholic Church Kansas City

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Budget Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Processing, QuickBooks, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Confidentiality, Problem Solving, Multi-tasking

Industry

Description

Description Summary St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking to fill the position of Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper. This position plays a vital role in helping manage the financial operations of the parish and school. The Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper will assist with parish financial statements, budget reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, year-end reporting, and any audit requirements. Essential Duties Assist Director of Operations in creating and managing parish and school budget. Process accounts receivable and payable and corresponding general ledger entries. Create invoices and bills for clients. Make bank deposits. Process payroll. Track and monitor financial transactions. Enter financial data into accounting software. Reconcile all general ledger accounts, including tuition revenue, payroll liabilities, etc. Record and reconcile parishioner contributions to general ledger. Send annual contribution statements to parishioners. Process weekly offertory deposits according to audit requirements. Prepare budget and financial reports for Pastor and Finance Council. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills – highly collaborative and an effective team member. Exercise planning and organizational skills and meet deadlines through problem-solving and multi-tasking. Handle confidential information with integrity. Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. Qualifications Undergraduate degree in business, finance or accounting, or equivalent work experience Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting, bookkeeping or related field Intermediate to advanced skill level in QuickBooks or similar accounting software Active Catholic in good standing is preferred, though familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is required. St. Thomas More Catholic Church 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 trainings prior to hire.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper will assist in managing the financial operations of the parish and school, including processing financial transactions and preparing reports. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the Director of Operations.