Account Clerk; Bookkeeper

St. Mary Catholic Church in Independence, Missouri is seeking to fill the part time position of Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper. This position plays a vital role in helping manage the financial operations of the parish. The Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper will assist with parish financial statements, budget reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, year-end reporting, and any audit requirements. This position reports to the Pastor.

• Assist Pastor in creating and managing the parish budget.
• Process accounts receivable and payable and corresponding general ledger entries.
• Make bank deposits.
• Track and monitor financial transactions.
• Enter financial data into accounting software.
• Reconcile all general ledger accounts, including 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.

• 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.

• 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 Quick Books or similar accounting software.
• Active Catholic in good standing is preferred, though familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is required.

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.