Accounting Manager — Payroll & Budget Leader

Diocese of Allentown; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Allentown's Bethlehem Catholic High School in Bethlehem is seeking an Accounting Manager. The role reports to the Director of Finance and is full-time non-exempt.

Responsibilities include processing bi-weekly payroll, handling requisitions and purchase orders, managing Title Fund allocations, and assisting in annual budget development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sage is preferred, with strong accuracy and integrity expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience.
• 5–7 years of experience as a School Bookkeeper/Accounting Manager.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Sage accounting software preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; high integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Finance in year-end financial reports and prepare monthly/year-end journal entries.
• Assist with development of the school budget and prepare monthly reports for the School Board.
• Meet with new employees to review payroll paperwork (W-4, I-9, direct deposit, etc.).
• Assist with Employee/Volunteer Background Checks and Required Clearances.
• Prepare Annual Teacher Contracts, Seasonal Coaching Agreements, and New Hire Employment Agreements.
• Process separation paperwork and unemployment questionnaires for former employees.
• Handle Act 195 funds for annual text book and supply orders and payroll processing.
• Prepare pension reports and enroll employees into the Diocesan pension plan.

Skills

Payroll processing

Journal entries

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage accounting software

Job description

Diocese of Allentown's Bethlehem Catholic High School in Bethlehem is seeking an Accounting Manager. The role reports to the Director of Finance and is full-time non-exempt.

Responsibilities include processing bi-weekly payroll, handling requisitions and purchase orders, managing Title Fund allocations, and assisting in annual budget development. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sage is preferred, with strong accuracy and integrity expected.