Bookkeeper

St. Timothy Roman Catholic Parish Mesa; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Timothy Roman Catholic Parish Mesa is seeking a finance administrator to support ongoing financial operations.

The role involves maintaining public relations with the parish and community, working with staff and ministry coordinators, and ensuring timely financial processes. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of equivalent experience in finance or business, strong communication skills, and proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to organize, multi-task, and manage time effectively.
• Proven discretion and integrity for confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain good public relations with Parish and surrounding community.
• Collaborate with St. Timothy staff and ministry coordinators.
• Meet assigned deadlines and respond to calls and emails promptly.
• Assist with payroll administration and weekly revenue processes.
• Prepare weekly Accounts Payable and oversee Accounts Receivable activities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Discretion

Integrity

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

• Maintain good public relations with Parish and surrounding community
• Work collaboratively with St. Timothy staff and ministry coordinators
• Meet assigned deadlines
• Respond to all phone calls and emails in a timely manner
• Assists with weekly collection (counting, recording, and depositing of all revenue)
• Credit Card reconciliations and follow up on missing receipts or discrepancies
• Prepare weekly Accounts Payable
• Oversee Accounts Receivable, including preschool, catechetical and youth programs, and payment plans for Parish events and activities as needed
• Assist with payroll administration
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Maintain organized electronic and physical financial files
• Assist with preparing documentation for audits or financial reviews
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past-due balances as directed
• Attend meetings as required
• Participate in required annual Safe Environment Training
• Adhere to personnel practices and policies of the Diocese of Phoenix and St. Timothy Catholic Church
• Perform any tasks deemed necessary by Director of Finance, Pastor or his delegate

Requirements

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church is preferred
• 5+ years equivalent experience in finance or business, preferably in a Church or non-profit setting but not required
• Demonstrate excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks and highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Ability to work well with staff and volunteers in a team environment
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to bend, lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds and reach overhead
• Commitment to responsible financial stewardship and the mission of St. Timothy Catholic Church