Parish Bookkeeper; Part-Time - Saint Luke Evangelist Catholic Church

Position Summary

Saint Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Part-Time Bookkeeper.

Saint Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Part-Time Bookkeeper to manage the parish's weekly financial processing and monthly reconciliations for both parish operations and the capital campaign. This role focuses on transactional bookkeeping, contribution processing, payables, payroll coordination, and organized record‑keeping. The Archdiocese of New Orleans Accounting Office provides higher-level accounting oversight, compliance guidance, and financial reporting support.

The Bookkeeper works closely with the Pastor, parish staff, and archdiocesan contacts to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and financial integrity.

• Record parish collections and donations in Quick Books
• Batch and input contributions into Parish Soft
• Maintain organized contribution records

• Receive and process campaign checks
• Record and track pledges and payments
• Maintain accurate donor records
• Coordinate reporting with campaign consultants and/or Catholic Community Foundation

• Process vendor invoices
• Prepare and cut checks
• Make copies of checks and supporting documentation
• Mail payments
• Maintain organized filing system

• Coordinate payroll information with the Archdiocese of New Orleans
• Ensure employee payroll information is accurate and current
• Maintain payroll documentation

• Close books at end of month
• Reconcile bank statements and income activity
  
  Ensure Quick Books and Parish Soft records align
• Reconcile campaign reports monthly
• Assist the Pastor with preparation of financial information for Finance Council meetings

• Bookkeeping and/or accounting experience
• Proficiency with Quick Books (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with or able to quickly learn Parish Soft and eCatholic
• Familiarity with basic budgeting processes
• Experience assisting with financial reporting preferred
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Dependable and self‑motivated
• Compliant with Archdiocese of New Orleans Safe Environment

• 15–20 hours per week
• Weekly rhythm structured around income processing and payables
• Additional time required at month‑end for reconciliation
• Flexible within parish office hours

Reports directly to the Pastor and collaborates with the Archdiocese Accounting Office.