What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Archdiocese of St. Louis?
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
The Accountant is responsible for timely, accurate, and complete financial data of all assigned parishes
Job Requirements
- 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 Responsibilities
- 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.
The 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.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
