Church Accountant/Bookkeeper

Overview

This position involves a wide array of bookkeeping and accounting services to be performed for FMCW, from basic bookkeeping responsibilities to monthly closing and preparation of financial statements and tax returns. Accountant/Bookkeeper complies with the guidelines established by the “Financial Policy and Procedure Manual” for FMCW.

Reports To: Church Treasurer and Financial Secretary

Responsibilities and Duties

· Obtain and record pledges made during the annual stewardship drive.

· Prepare and forward to donors quarterly giving statements and IRS QCD reports.

· Enter weekly offerings and contributions to various funds: general, special and donor designated. Complete and forward the weekly Count Sheet to the Senior Pastor.

· Prepare and make deposits to appropriate bank accounts.

· Update Endowment balances and Distributed Funds transactions quarterly.

· Enter invoices approved for payment, remit checks, obtain Treasurer’s signature.

· Balance all bank accounts (General, Childcare, and Preschool) and investment accounts, submit reconciliation to Treasurer for signature.

· Submit to Treasurer and Office administrator a listing of all checks written each month.

· Prepare monthly Revenue and Expense and balance Sheet reports for the Church Council.

· With input from various committees and under the guidance of the Treasurer and Finance Committee, prepare a yearly budget draft for review and adoption by the Church Council.

· Prepare bi-monthly federal tax deposits and monthly NC state taxes; complete quarterly Form 941. Complete semi-annual Sales Tax Refunds.

· Prepare year‐end financial reports for Annual and Charge Conference meetings.

· Prepare for and cooperate with those performing internal or external yearly review or audit of financial records.

· Maintain electronic and hardcopy files as required by the church and the IRS using an efficient record retention system.

· If applicable, interface with any outsourced vendors related to this position, e.g. payroll service and/or bookkeeping service.

· Process church staff payroll two times per month; and monthly for Nursery and Childcare employees.

· Enter new employees into the financial system and provide withholding and other required forms.

· Complete annual Workers Compensation audits.

Education, Experience and Skills

· A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in accounting from an accredited educational institution. Undergraduate Accounting Degree preferred.

· Practical experience in fund‐based accounting and account reconciliation.

· A demonstrated Christian faith commitment.

· Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Access, and specific fund‐based accounting software. Experience with Realm by ACS Technologies is highly desired.

· Attention to detail and precision in account reconciliation and report generation.

· Good interpersonal relationships, teamwork and support of church ministries.

· A commitment to confidentiality regarding all account records, both of the church and staff, and the members.

· Personal characteristics should include being well organized, dependable, able to work calmly under pressure to meet deadlines, flexibility.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)
• Bookkeeping: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35