Account Clerk (Bookkeeper 1)

Position: Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper

Status: Part time, Non-exempt

Summary

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Gladstone, Missouri is seeking to fill the position of Accounting

Clerk/Bookkeeper. This position plays a vital role in helping manage the financial operations of the parish and

school. The Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper will assist with parish financial statements, budget reporting,

accounts payable, accounts receivable, year-end reporting, and any audit requirements. This is a part time

position averaging 25 hours per week.

Essential Duties

- Assist Pastor in creating and managing parish and school budget.

- Process accounts receivable and payable and corresponding general ledger entries.

-Create invoices and bills for clients.

- Track and monitor financial transactions.

- Enter financial data into accounting software.

-Reconcile all general ledger accounts, including tuition revenue, payroll liabilities, etc.

- Record and reconcile parishioner contributions to general ledger.

- Send annual contribution statements to parishioners.

- Process weekly offertory deposits according to audit requirements.

- Prepare budget and financial reports for Pastor and Finance Council.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills – highly collaborative and an effective team member.

- Exercise planning and organizational skills and meet deadlines through problem-solving and multi-

tasking.

- Handle confidential information with integrity.

- Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

- Undergraduate degree in business, finance or accounting, or equivalent work experience

- Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting, bookkeeping or related field

- Intermediate to advanced skill level in QuickBooks or similar accounting software

- Active Catholic in good standing is preferred, though familiarity with the Catholic understanding of

ministry is required.

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental

and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined

benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous vacation and sick leaves, plus paid holidays. 

 Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy,

and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.

Note: All employees are required to consent to a back
ground check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.