Business Operations Assistant

• Location:
  
  226 N Hill St, South Bend, IN, 46617, United States
• Job Category:
  Parish
• Employee Type:
  Part Time
• Manage Others:
  No

Business Operations Assistant

The Business Operations Assistant supports Saint Joseph Parish's mission by assisting with financial administration and providing professional administrative support to parish clergy and staff.

• Contribution Management:
  Process, record, and track weekly monetary offerings, donations, and pledge payments.
• Database Maintenance:
  Update and maintain accurate parishioner financial records in the church management software.
• Reporting:
  Generate regular contribution reports and prepare annual tax statements for parishioners.
• Accounts & Payroll:
  Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing.
• Deposits:
  Prepare and securely deposit all cash and check collections.
• Collaborate with parish personnel on projects and events.
• Other financial administration tasks as assigned by the Director of Business Operations.
• Front Office:
  As needed, provide back‑up support for parish Administrative Assistant.
• Assist with Indiana School Choice Scholarship documentation and record maintenance.
• Other office and administrative tasks as assigned by the Director of Business Operations.

• Type:
  Part Time
• Days and hours negotiable

• Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Software Proficiency Preferred:
  Experience with church management and accounting software (Parish SOFT Accounting, Parish SOFT Contributions, WeShare).
• Integrity:
  High level of discretion, confidentiality, and trustworthiness regarding financial data.
• Organization:
  Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Communication:
  Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with staff, clergy, and parishioners.