Account Clerk/Bookkeeper

St Therese Little Flower Catholic Church Kansas Ci; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local church organization in Kansas City is seeking a detail-oriented Account Clerk/Bookkeeper. This part-time role involves managing parish budgets, processing financial transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates should have at least 2 years of bookkeeping experience and be proficient in QuickBooks. Flexibility in schedule is offered, making it an excellent opportunity for those with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with accounts payable/receivable.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks at intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage parish budgets in coordination with the Director of Operations.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including general ledger entries.
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

St. Therese Little Flower and St. James–Midtown Catholic Churches in Kansas City, Missouri are seeking a detail-oriented Account Clerk/Bookkeeper to support parish financial operations. Under the supervision of the Director of Operations, this position is responsible for managing parish budgets, processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely payment processing.

This is a part-time position, working 20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule available.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage parish budgets in coordination with the Director of Operations.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including general ledger entries.
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports.
• Generate and send invoices and bills as needed.
• Make timely and accurate bank deposits.
• Monitor and track all financial transactions.
• Enter financial data into accounting software (QuickBooks).
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• File parish tax forms in compliance with applicable regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to present financial information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, and financial reporting.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (intermediate level or higher).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with the Catholic Church and its ministries is preferred.

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