Bookkeeper - Accountant

American Accounting Association; Sioux Falls (SD); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

St Therese Parish in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper - Accountant to manage financial records and ensure accuracy in a faith-based setting.

The role supports accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and collaboration with auditors, with a flexible hybrid schedule. Experience with QuickBooks and Excel is preferred; a part-time arrangement may become full-time with expanded duties.

Qualifications

• Experience with nonprofit parish bookkeeping preferred.
• Ability to manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll assistance.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks such as recording financial transactions, maintaining general ledgers, and reconciling bank statements.
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making by parish leadership.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Job description

Bookkeeper - Accountant

Employer: Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls

Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: Sep 25, 2026

Focus Area: Accounts, Payable / Receivable

Role Type: Accountant

Role Level: Staff

Work Mode: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full Time

Organization Type: Other

Join Our Team as a Bookkeeper - Accountant at St Therese Parish!

Are you an experienced bookkeeper looking for a rewarding opportunity to serve the Catholic community in Sioux Falls, SD? St Therese Parish is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper - Accountant to join our team and help us manage our financial records with accuracy and precision. As a Bookkeeper - Accountant , you will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of our parish and ensuring that our resources are being used effectively to support our mission. The position is a part-time accounting position, but if you are interested in additional administrative office duties, it could be full-time.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks such as recording financial transactions, maintaining general ledgers, and reconciling bank statements
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making by parish leadership
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

We are looking for a detail-oriented Catholic with strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of bookkeeping principles. Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel is a must.