Business Manager and Full Charge Bookkeeper

Position Business Manager & Full Charge Bookkeeper FLSA: Non‑Exempt Job Type: Full Time Secretariat: Cabinet Secretary for Temporalities Introduction The Bishop of Manchester is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular diocese entrusted to him. In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ's mission present and enduring as Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his mission, the Bishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them the apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them. Each position employed in the Diocesan Administration Building helps to extend the ministry of the Bishop in particular ways as outlined in the position description. All employees of the diocesan administration assist the Bishop of Manchester in serving the parishes, schools and institutions of the Catholic Church in New Hampshire. Position Overview This full‑time position reports to the Cabinet Secretary for Temporalities, with a focus on St. John Regional School and Bishop Brady High School in Concord, NH. The Business Manager & Full Charge Bookkeeper assists the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, building principals, and the Diocesan Director of Parish & School Financial Services in the day‑to‑day management of school finances, including full‑charge bookkeeping services. The role ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, implementation of internal financial controls, and administration of school finances in compliance with Church law, civil law, and diocesan policies. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Prepare payroll Administer employee benefits plans at each location you support—notification during the open enrollment process, reconciliation of monthly billing, and updating payroll deduction changes Manage accounts payable assisted by office administrative assistants Implement student billing transactions Monitor past‑due accounts and update aging report Prepare Statement of Cash Flows & Projections Maintain all insurance records and rental contracts Reconcile general ledger Track capital equipment and depreciation Track loan payments and banking records Update diocesan reports Complete quarterly financial reports Prepare and implement the budget with the Principal and Finance Committee Communicate with Curriculum Facilitators regarding department purchasing Track fundraising revenue and record all money coming into the school from events, departments, clubs, etc. Support the annual audit or audit review, interfacing with third‑party vendor with the support of the Director of Parish & School Financial Services Make adjusting entries based on auditors' reports Acquire and process data for financial aid with the administrative assistant Monitor inventory of equipment received through the federal EANS grant Other duties as assigned Environment Office or cubicle in a clean, well‑lit, and environmentally comfortable area Frequent hand manipulation in the use of office equipment, processing paperwork, etc.; minimal physical activity such as twisting, bending, kneeling required Other physical activity is generally limited to moving from one area to another Requirements Education, Experience, and Skills Required Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting Commitment to the mission of Catholic schools Minimum of five years' experience in business administration or accounting Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, etc., and accounting software programs Effective organization and time management skills Ability to maintain confidentiality with regard to personnel and family records Physical and Work Schedule Requirements Occasionally required to lift, carry or move up to ten pounds Minimal requirement to reach at or above shoulder level; occasionally reaching below shoulder level required Hand manipulation—equipment and controls, frequent; grasping and handling, occasional Work a flexible schedule, which may include night and weekends Mobility includes regular sitting, some standing, and walking Travel to multiple locations #J-18808-Ljbffr Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester