Part-Time Account Payable / Bookkeeping Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary - Perfect job for someone needing extra cash with minimal hours ! Retiree, while kids are at school, etc.

• Manage donations, payroll, bills, taxes, deposits, reports, pension payments, and financial records
• Handle church correspondence, filing, and bookkeeping tasks in a timely manner
• In-person independent contractor position (W-9)
• UP TO 6 hours/week Thursday or Fridays during office hours

About St. James’

• Historic 262-year-old parish in downtown Danbury, active congregation, strong community service ties, inclusive of all people.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate regularly with the church treasurer
• Maintain financial records, pledges, taxes, and parishioner data in system called Realm
• Process bills, reimbursements, deposits, payroll, and tax payments
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain tax-exempt status
• Prepare:
• • Monthly financial reports
  • Pledge statements
  • Church Pension forms
  • W-2s and 1099s
• Order financial supplies (checks, envelopes, forms)
• Support stewardship mailings and administrative tasks
• Maintain the Book of the Living Trust

Qualifications

• Accounting certificate, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent bookkeeping experience
• 3-5+ years of bookkeeping experience (church experience is great!)
• Strong technology skills; experience with:
• • Realm
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Internet-based systems
• Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to meet deadlines independently
• Professional, flexible, collaborative, and personable
• U.S. work authorization required
• Must be ok to work in secure office alone

Schedule & Details

• Part-time, in-person role
• UP TO 6 hours/week during office hours
• Thursday or Friday
• Parking provided
• Applications accepted through June 1, 2026
• Anticipated start date: June 8, 2026

Supervision

• Reports directly to the Rector
• Works closely with church leadership
• No supervisory responsibilities

St. James’ is a 262 year-old parish in the heart of Danbury with a strong membership and 3 weekly worship services. There are 100 members, primarily active seniors, with a committed desire to reach young adults, students, and families. St. James’ is active in community outreach through support of Daily Bread Food Pantry, Dorothy Day Hospitality House, Laundry Love, and more. It is an inclusive & diverse community that welcomes and respects the dignity of all, and appreciates humor. Our vision is to be a beacon of hope through love and compassion.

Company Description

St. James’ is a 262 year-old parish in the heart of Danbury with a strong membership and 3 weekly worship services. There are 100 members, primarily active seniors, with a committed desire to reach young adults, students, and families. St. James’ is active in community outreach through support of Daily Bread Food Pantry, Dorothy Day Hospitality House, Laundry Love, and more. It is an inclusive & diverse community that welcomes and respects the dignity of all, and appreciates humor. Our vision is to be a beacon of hope through love and compassion.