Schedule: Part-Time / Monday-Friday (less than 30hrs)
Position Summary:
All Saints Catholic Parish is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to maintain accurate and timely financial records for the parish. This position supports the Director of Business Affairs with day-to-day financial operations and plays an important role in ensuring parish financial activity is properly recorded, reconciled, documented, and reported in accordance with organizational accounting policies. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills, good judgement and the ability to work independently while collaborating with Parish staff and diocesan personnel, be trustworthy, and able to handle confidential financial information with discretion.
About All Saints: All Saints Catholic Parish is a growing Catholic community serving the coastal communities of southeastern North Carolina. As our parish continues to grow, so does the need for strong financial stewardship and sound administrative practices. At All Saints, we strive to help every person live out their Baptismal call and grow in faith and discipleship. Through our liturgies, faith formation, youth and family programs, prayer groups, Bible studies, outreach ministries, and opportunities for service, we seek to form a community centered on Christ and faithful stewardship of the gifts entrusted to us.
Key responsibilities:
- Maintain the parish general ledger and ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly coded.
- Issue checks, record cash receipts and deposits, prepare necessary journal entries, and reconcile bank and other financial accounts.
- Process accounts payable, invoices, credit-card transactions, and employee expense reimbursements in accordance with parish procedures.
- Prepare, maintain, and reconcile financial records and supporting documentation.
- Generate and analyze financial reports required or requested by the Pastor, Director of Business Affairs, or appropriate diocesan personnel.
- Support the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of the parish operating budget.
- Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes and financial reporting.
- Assist with payroll-related accounting, reconciliations, and documentation.
- Assist with diocesan financial reporting and provide requested financial information in a timely manner.
- Monitor transactions for accuracy, proper approvals, and compliance with parish and diocesan financial procedures.
- Maintain organized and confidential financial records and documentation.
- Work closely with the Director of Business Affairs and parish staff to support the financial and administrative needs of the parish.
Minimum Requirements:
- Associate degree in accounting, bookkeeping, business administration, finance, or a related field preferred.
- Three or more years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, or a related field preferred.
- Experience with nonprofit, church, or other mission-driven organizations is beneficial.
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with accounting, payroll, or financial management software.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a parish team.
- Commitment to supporting the mission and values of the Catholic Church
- Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background and reference check; must complete Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with ParishSOFT, or other parish/nonprofit accounting and payroll systems is a plus.
Position Start Date: Immediate