Bookkeeper | St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and School

Bookkeeper | St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and School SUMMARY: A fulltime accounting professional who reports to the Diocesan Shared Services Manager. This position will be responsible for all areas of church/school finances. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Implement and administer financial and HR practices consistent with diocesan financial policies and procedures and in accordance with school policies manual. Assist in preparation of parish and school budgets, annual reports, interim reports and general ledgers and other monthly reports for the Pastor, Principal and Finance Councils. Monitor operating budget of parish and school, reporting any potentially large variances to Pastor. Responsible for bank relations including management of accounts, allocation transfers between parish and school and problem solving. Prepares checks for Pastor and Principal Signatures. Manage bookkeeping functions, including but not limited to, payables, receivables, and other revenue and expenses related to the parish and school. Prepare reconciliations of all accounts including quarterly payroll tax filing, parish and school credit cards, and subledger activity. Responsible for the administration of offertory enhancement programs, electronic giving, fundraising, Planned Giving and the Annual Catholic Appeal. Responsible for payroll for parish and school as well as benefit administration for parish and school, and diocesan retirement plan contributions. (Paycor, Transamerica) Ensures that all federal, state, and local taxes are paid in accordance with regulations. Responsible for parish operational and financial records and prepare for audits of parish and school. Coordinate the counting procedures and monitor that all internal controls are followed for safeguarding of the collections. Ensure an adequate and proper Internal Control environment exists and continue work to assure its effectiveness. Direct purchasing procedures within the dollar limits set by the parish and school Finance Councils. Attend parish and school Financial Council meetings. Supervise administration of diocesan and school HR policies. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in business/accounting required with 3 – 5 years demonstrated related experience. Demonstrated experience in appropriate computer technology and accounting software, such as QuickBooks Online, Excel and Adobe. Strong oral and written communication skills. Experience handling confidential, sensitive matters. Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. NOTE: VIRTUS training and a criminal background check are required for hiring at parishes and the Diocese of Savannah. To make application please send a resume with three references to . #J-18808-Ljbffr