Bookkeeper

Dphx; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Timothy Catholic Church in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Finance Administrator to manage parish finances, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and reporting.

The role collaborates with staff and ministry coordinators, ensures timely response to inquiries, and maintains organized financial records in a church/non-profit setting. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in finance, strong communication, integrity, and proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in finance or business, preferably in a church or non-profit setting.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with staff and volunteers in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to responsible financial stewardship and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain good public relations with Parish and surrounding community.
• Collaborate with St. Timothy staff and ministry coordinators.
• Meet assigned deadlines and respond to phone/email promptly.
• Assist with weekly cash handling, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Oversee payroll administration and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audits or financial reviews and monitor past-due receivables.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

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