Bookkeeper

Archdiocese of Detroit; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

PTO

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Archdiocese of Detroit is seeking a Full-Time Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial operations for the parish and school in Livonia, MI. Responsibilities include AP, bank reconciliations, payroll review, and month-end close.

The role requires an Accounting degree or equivalent experience; proficiency in Sage Intacct, Excel, Word, and Google Workspace, with strong attention to detail and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent bookkeeping experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficient in Sage Intacct and Microsoft Office; Excel and Word.
• Confidentiality and integrity in payroll and donor data.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable cycle with invoicing and data entry.
• Process cash disbursements and assist cash management workflows.
• Review, prepare, and post bi-weekly payroll documentation.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and GL accuracy checks.
• Execute month-end close and meet internal deadlines.
• Prepare financial reports from school and tuition systems.
• Support audits and 1099 preparation as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Sage Intacct

Excel

Word

Google Workspace

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Google Workspace

Job description

Position: Bookkeeper

Location: Livonia, MI

Job ID: 5440

# of Openings: 0

Job Type: Full Charge Bookkeeper (Full-Time)

Position Summary

Working under the direct supervision of the Business Manager (or Pastor), the Full-Time Bookkeeper handles day-to-day financial operations and general ledger maintenance for the parish and school. Core responsibilities include managing accounts payable, bank reconciliations, payroll review, and month-end closing procedures.

Position Details

• Category: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Maximum 40 hours per week)
• Compensation: $20.00 to $22.00 per hour (Commensurate with experience)
• Benefits: Full Archdiocese of Detroit benefits package (Medical, Dental, PTO, Paid Holidays, and Retirement Plan)
• Employment Effective Date: Immediate / ASAP
• Application Deadline: Rolling review until filled; priority given to early applicants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Manage the complete AP cycle, including vendor/staff communications, invoice processing, expense coding, and data entry.
• Cash Management: Process cash disbursements and assist with cash management workflows.
• Payroll: Review, prepare, and post required documentation for bi-weekly payroll.
• Reconciliations: Perform monthly bank reconciliations and verify general ledger accuracy.
• Month-End Close: Execute localized month-end accounting tasks efficiently according to set internal deadlines.
• Compliance: Organize voucher backup documentation, assist with 1099 and potential government audit preparation.
• Technical Reporting: Extract, compile, and run financial reports from various school and tuition management systems.
• Special Projects: Execute specialized administrative or financial tasks as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• Education/Experience: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent professional bookkeeping experience.
• Accounting Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of standard GAAP practices.
• Software Stack:
  • Sage Intacct (or strong proficiency in an equivalent cloud-based ERP accounting system).
  • Microsoft Office (Intermediate to advanced Excel and Word capabilities are a must).
  • Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets).
• Professional Attributes:
  • Keen attention to detail with an uncompromising commitment to accuracy.
  • Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities, and adherence to tight deadlines.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the professional courage to report financial errors, discrepancies, or compliance concerns in a timely manner.
  • Absolute commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding payroll, internal parish business, and donor data.
  • Team-oriented demeanor comfortable interacting with clergy, parish staff, vendors, and benefactors.

Compliance: Must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and complete the Archdiocese of Detroit "Protecting God’s Children" (VIRTUS) training prior to employment.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their accounting software experience to:

Greg Rapelje, Business Manager
[e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

For additional inquiries or to submit a job posting, contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail] or 313-237-5947.

Human Resources
12 State Street, Detroit, MI 48226-1823
[e-mail]
313-237-5947