Bookkeeper

BookkeeperSt Louis, MO, US, 63129-3318 The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.Job Summary St. Francis of Assisi Parish is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Part-Time Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day financial operations of the parish. This individual will work collaboratively with parish leadership and the Archdiocese's Shared Accounting Services (SAS) team to ensure accurate and timely financial processing and reporting.Job ResponsibilitiesRecord weekly offertory into contribution software in a timely and accurate mannerPrepare documentation for other parish receipts ensuring donations are recorded in contribution software and appropriate information is provided to Shared Accounting for posting in accounting softwarePrepare and process bank deposits and maintain supporting documentation, forwarding copies to Shared Accounting for verificationReview invoices for accuracy and forward to Shared Accounting for accounts payable processingCoordinate payment process for online invoices to be processed for payment and properly recorded in accounting software by Shared Accounting Services TeamFinalize Accounts Payable process by printing checks for pastor's signature, mailing and maintaining vendor files, including W-9 documentationAssist with parish and school billing and accounts receivable as neededSupport payroll data collection and coordination with payroll processingMaintain organized financial records in accordance with Archdiocesan policiesCollaborate with Shared Accounting Services to support month-end close and financial reportingEnsure compliance with internal controls and financial proceduresOther duties as necessaryJob RequirementsPrior bookkeeping or accounting experience required (parish or nonprofit experience a plus)Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks experience preferred)Strong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to handle confidential information with discretionProficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic computer applicationsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating with parish staff and external teamsPreferred AttributesUnderstanding of parish operations and Catholic Church environmentCommitment to the mission and values of the Catholic ChurchWillingness to learn Archdiocesan financial processes and systemsExperience with Quickbooks, ServantKeeper, FACTS, Our Sunday Visitor, Excel, Parish Helper Online a plusThe Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.