Accounting Clerk Bookkeeper at St. se Parish - North Kansas , MO

Accounting Clerk Bookkeeper job rese Parish
- North. Kansas City, MO.

Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper rese Catholic Church Kansas City, MO. Position:
Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper Status:
Full time, Non-exempt

Reports to:

Director of Operations

Summary:

St. Therese 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.

• 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.
• 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.

• 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.

St. Therese Catholic Church offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403(b) plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous vacation and sick leaves, plus paid holidays.

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.

Apply on Diocese of Kansas City
- St. Joseph job board.