What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Archdiocese of St. Louis?
The Accountant is responsible for timely, accurate, and complete financial data of all assigned parishes
- 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
Requirements
- 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.
