Accountant (Shared Accounting Services)

Accounting & Finance Full Time

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Full Job Description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis invests in its employees and provides an environment with a focus on work/life balance and encourages its employees to be good stewards of the Church. We also offer a generous benefits package, including paid time off. The Archdiocese is a non-profit organization which encompasses 180 parishes, 110 schools, over 90 offices/agencies and a Catholic population of more than 500,000.

Position Summary

The Accountant is responsible for timely, accurate, and complete financial data of all assigned parishes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Reviews all bank deposit documentation presented by parish for accuracy and proper coding
Reviews all accounts payable presented by parish for proper coding
Reviews and reconciles tuition contracts and payments
Develops schedules for amortization and accrual as needed
Prepares and records general ledger journal entries
Reconciles and prepares supporting documentation monthly for all balance sheet accounts on assigned parishes
Prepares monthly financial statements, including commentary, as prescribed
Works with parish staff or Finance Council to prepare and monitor parish budgets as prescribed
Working with Accounting Manager, may presents financial reports or narratives to pastors and parish finance councils as needed
Performs other duties as assigned

Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Working knowledge of approved parish software
One or more years related experience in general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash receipts
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and government regulations
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from pastors, parish finance councils, and SAS Management
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages
Working knowledge of the Internet, e-mail, Microsoft Word and Excel

Personal Qualifications

Willingness to support the mission and structure of the Catholic Church
Willingness to work in a team environment
Willingness to participate in continuing education in accounting and computer skills

Reporting Relationships

The Accountant is hired by the Director of Shared Accounting Services or, with the Director’s permission, a Manager in the Shared Accounting Services Office. This position reports directly to either a Manager or a Supervising Senior Accountant in a regional office.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]

To apply, contact Erin Schulz at 314.792.7553 or email at [email protected]

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