Job Summary
The Accountant is responsible for timely, accurate, and complete financial data of all assigned parishes
Job Responsibilities
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-Reviews all bank deposit documentation presented by parish for accuracy and proper coding
-Reviews all accounts payable presented by parish for proper coding
-Reviews and reconciles tuition contracts and payments
-Develops schedules for amortization and accrual as needed
-Prepares and records general ledger journal entries
-Reconciles and prepares supporting documentation monthly for all balance sheet accounts on assigned parishes
-Prepares monthly financial statements, including commentary, as prescribed
-Works with parish staff or Finance Council to prepare and monitor parish budgets as prescribed
-Working with Accounting Manager, may presents financial reports or narratives to pastors and parish finance councils as needed
-Performs other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
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-Bachelor’s degree in accounting
-Working knowledge of approved parish software
-One or more years related experience in general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash receipts
-Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and government regulations
-Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from pastors, parish finance councils, and SAS Management
-Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages
-Working knowledge of the Internet, e-mail, Microsoft Word and Excel
-Willingness to support the mission and structure of the Catholic Church
-Willingness to work in a team environment
-Willingness to participate in continuing education in accounting and computer skills
This position reports directly to either a Manager or a Supervising Senior Accountant in a regional office.
At the Archdiocese of St. Louis, we believe that every job is a potential pathway to purpose. Join a community where your skills and passion align with a greater mission, where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference for the Catholic faithful – and for the greater community – in St. Louis and 10 surrounding Missouri counties.
