Accountant

Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St Joseph; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

STD/LTD fully paid by the employer

403(b) retirement plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Bright Futures Fund is seeking an Accountant to support financial data requirements for schools within the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph.

This full-time role (40 hours/week) reports to the Director of Accounting and involves payroll, general ledger, and budget activities to ensure timely financial reporting for the diocese and schools. Responsibilities include reviewing bank deposits, processing payroll, managing accounts payable, reconciling contracts and payments, and preparing monthly

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year related experience in general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash receipts.
• Working knowledge of the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel; familiarity with Sage Intacct preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review bank deposit documentation for accuracy and proper coding.
• Process payroll.
• Review all accounts payable for proper coding.
• Review and reconcile tuition contracts and payments.
• Develop schedules for amortization and accruals as needed.
• Prepare and record general ledger journal entries.
• Reconcile and prepare supporting documentation monthly for all balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including commentary.
• Collaborate with staff, Finance Council and School Board to prepare and monitor budgets.
• Present financial reports or narratives to finance councils and school boards as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Internet

Job description

Description

Position: Accountant

Status: Full time, non-exempt

Reports to: Director of Accounting

Position Objective

The Bright Futures Fund is seeking an Accountant that will support the financial data requirements for schools in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph who are served by the Bright Futures Fund. This is a full-time position based on 40 hours per week.

Essential Duties

• Review all bank deposit documentation for accuracy and proper coding
• Process payroll
• Review all accounts payable presented for proper coding
• Review and reconcile tuition contracts and payments
• Develop schedules for amortization and accruals as needed
• Prepare and record general ledger journal entries
• Reconcile and prepare supporting documentation monthly for all balance sheet accounts
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including commentary, as prescribed
• Work with staff, Finance Council and/or School Board to prepare and monitor budgets as prescribed
• May present financial reports or narratives to finance councils and school boards as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial management reports, technical procedures and government regulations
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from school, parish finance councils, Diocesan Education Office and Finance Office Management
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages
• Earn trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions
• Use strong verbal and/or written communication skills to exchange information clearly and concisely and deliver concepts, opinions and ideas in a professional manner
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieve results with little oversight
• Take personal responsibility and act with urgency to meet individual and organizational commitments, including going beyond what the job typically requires
• Promote a sense of collaboration and teamwork; share information and learning; keep others informed to help promote Diocesan strategy and goals
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting of equivalent experience
• One or more years related experience in general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash receipts
• Working knowledge of the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Working knowledge of Sage Intacct preferred
• Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is an asset

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph 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 training prior to start date.