What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant/Bookkeeper position at First Congregational Church of Fresno?
Location: First Congregational Church of Fresno (FCCF), 2131 N Van Ness Blvd, Fresno, CA 93704, (559) 227-8489
Position Type: Part-Time
About Us:
FCCF, fondly referred to as "The Big Red Church," is a vibrant and welcoming community dedicated to serving both our congregation and the broader local community. With a deep commitment to fostering strong connections throughout Fresno and the Central Valley, we provide a gathering space where neighbors unite, share their lives, and uplift one another in a spirit of support and togetherness.
The Opportunity:
We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Part-Time Accountant/Bookkeeper to help manage our financial operations. This key role involves maintaining accurate financial records, handling accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with all financial policies and procedures. As a vital part of our team, the accountant/bookkeeper will play a crucial role in supporting the church's mission by ensuring responsible financial oversight, helping us allocate resources effectively to further our community outreach and ministry goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and Organize Financial Records: Ensure accurate and orderly management of financial documents, including receipts, invoices, bank statements, and investment records for easy access and auditing.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process all incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring timely billing, deposits, and vendor payments. Monitor overdue accounts and follow up as needed.
- Monthly Financial Reports: Prepare and present detailed financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and other relevant financial documentation to church leadership.
- Reconciliation of Financial Statements: Regularly reconcile bank and investment statements, identifying and resolving any discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
- Annual Budget Assistance: Assist with the preparation of the church’s annual budget and provide ongoing support to monitor actual spending against the budget throughout the year.
- Support for Fundraising and Donations: Track donations accurately, manage donor records, and generate timely donor statements to support the church's fundraising activities.
- Ensure Financial Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to financial policies, procedures, and relevant regulations, including internal financial controls, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
- Collaboration with Church Leadership: Partner with church leadership and various committees to provide financial insights and updates on the church’s financial position and advise on budget management.
- Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated success as an accountant, bookkeeper, or in a similar financial role, with a track record of accurate financial management. A minimum of 3 years of experience is required.
- Solid Understanding of Accounting Principles: In-depth knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting practices, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) or nonprofit-specific standards.
- Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. Familiarity with QuickBooks is essential, with the ability to adapt to Aplos (nonprofit and church accounting platform), as the church is currently transitioning between these systems.
- Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple accounts and responsibilities.
- Time Management and Multitasking: Ability to prioritize and manage several tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Strong Communication and Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in collaboration with church leadership, committees, and external stakeholders.
- Adaptability in Church or Nonprofit Settings: Experience in a church or nonprofit setting is highly valued, though not required. Familiarity with nonprofit financial management is a plus.
Hours:
- An average commitment of 8 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. Ideally, 4 hours on-site, between Sunday at 11 a.m. and Monday at 6 p.m., for processing church offerings, 4 hours (on-site or remote) on another day of the week, and an additional 4-8 hours (on-site or remote) at the end of each month for account reconciliation.
Compensation:
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
Application Process: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting their relevant experience and interest in the position to humanresources@bigredchurch.org. The position will remain open until filled.
Join us in supporting our mission and making a positive impact in our community through diligent financial stewardship!