Bookkeeper for Parish

St. Peter the Apostle, Libertytown, located in Union Bridge, seeks candidates for a Bookkeeper. The Bookkeeper serves as a staff resource in support of the pastor, fulfilling parish administrative needs within Finance. They direct these efforts within expertise within shared ministries and with Catholic values. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position.

Essential Functions

• Maintain an accurate filing and record-keeping system for all parish bookkeeping, including accounts payable, recording weekly revenue, and preparation of bi-weekly payroll.
• Prepare checks for vendors (weekly).
• Monitor collections, counting teams, and recordings of parish revenue.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation. Prepare monthly reports of income/expenses.
• Serves as a resource to the pastor and staff in parish financial matters.

Position Qualifications

• Associate degree in Bookkeeping or Accounting.
• Proven work experience (at least three years) as a Bookkeeper.
• Excellent knowledge of QuickBooks Online and automated payroll system.
• Knowledge of general office procedures, Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Effectively manage time and strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church and its mission.
• Support and adhere to Archdiocese of Baltimore policies.

Range: $19.13 - 23.60, Hourly

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/

Skills

• Bookkeeping
• Check preparation
• Collections
• Google Suite
• Payroll
• Quickbooks
• Bank Reconciliations
• Supportive of Catholic Mission