JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to join our team. The Highlands United Church Bookkeeper is a contract position maintaining the financial records of the church including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, bank reconciliations, ongoing and year end reporting. The Bookkeeper works most closely with the Church Administrator and the Treasurer.
The Bookkeeper position reports directly to the Minister of Congregational Development, and the Bookkeeper’s main role is to support the Treasurer and staff in keeping the finances current.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Accounting diploma and/or a minimum of two years of training in accounting and bookkeeping.
• Two years of experience working as a bookkeeper, preferably in a Church or not-for-profit setting.
• Experience running payroll for both hourly and salaried staff.
• Experience with Powerchurch or other accounting software.
• High level of competence with Excel and Microsoft 365.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you possess the skills Highlands is looking for, please consider applying for this position. You are welcome to submit resume and cover letter to Rev. Will Sparks (churchoffice@highlandsunited.org). Applications close 14 August 2025. Highlands appreciates all who apply but will only respond to those selected for an interview. Thank you
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $1,300.00 per month

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-13
Expected start date: 2025-09-0

• Accounts Payable – post approved cheque requisitions and prepare cheques.
• Payroll – enter to Powerchurch in consultation with the Administrator.
• Reconciliations - Reconcile relevant Gl accounts and monitor for errors and reasonableness.
• Bank Reconciliations - Reconcile all bank accounts monthly
• Monthly Reporting - Pull reports, including trial balance for the Treasurer in a timely manner.
• Budgeting – Enter annual budget into Powerchurch.
• Prepare annual and monthly statements as required.
• Compile the year end reports in conjunction with the treasurer for an external review.

The Bookkeeper works collaboratively with the Administrator and Treasurer to:

• Approve and code the cheque requisitions
• Reconcile the bank statements
• Reconcile, code and enter two credit card accounts.