Accounting Assistant
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Accounting Assistant

Bookkeeping:

  • Operates computer accounting software to record, store and analyze.
  • Maintains an accurate filing, payment schedule, recordkeeping, and reporting system for financial matters.
    • Obtains and records pledges made during the annual stewardship drive.
    • Process weekly cash deposits and makes related journal entries.
    • Full cycle of accounts payable from entering invoices to issuing checks for payment.
  • Ensures accuracy by verifying entries, mathematical accuracy and respective chart of account.
  • Obtains proper authorization for expenditures in all operating accounts.
  • Provides bank statements to Accountant for bank reconciliation on a regular basis.
  • Ensure internal controls are consistent with Archdiocesan policies.

 

Reporting and Budget:

  • Enter weekly contributions in respective account, e.g., respective parishioner, special funds, restricted, etc.
  • Provides statements on a regular basis and when requested by parishioners.
  • Assists in maintaining and updating written procedures (standard operating procedures) in the areas of cash processing, accounts payable, etc.

Other:

  • Coordinates volunteers for money counting and record keeping.  This may include recruiting, screening, training, supporting and overseeing the work of volunteers for these tasks.
  • Maintains orderly files and a clean, organized office space.
  • Maintains confidentiality of financial information.
  • Attends Archdiocesan sponsored training/workshops.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

K: Knowledge

  1. Associate’s degree in Accounting or its equivalent required.
  2. Two years previous bookkeeping/accounting experience preferred.
  3. Parish and/or school office experience of at least two years preferred.
  4. Working knowledge in MS Office products and QuickBooks.

S: Skills

  1. Professional working attitude and collaborative approach.
  2. Strong verbal communications skills.

A: Abilities

  1. Attention to detail.
  2. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize.
  3. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  4. Active participant in the work of the Catholic Church, preferred.

Compensation

Type
Hourly
Notes
Salary commensurate with experience.

Additional Information

Start Date
2024-02-29
Location
St. Jude the Apostle - Wauwatosa (E22)
Department
County
Milwaukee
Job Category
Parishes - Professional/Technical
Employment Type
Part Time
Notes

To Apply

Instructions
Please provide cover letter and resume.
Contact Name
Celeste Stick
Address
734 Glenview Ave
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Phone
414-258-8821
Fax

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