Office Manager/Bookkeeper

Vance Airscoop; Cambridge (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Lutheran Church in Cambridge, MN seeks a Part-Time Office Manager / Bookkeeper to oversee church office operations, handle financial records, and coordinate facility usage. This role blends administrative duties with basic bookkeeping and requires hosting staff and parishioners in a welcoming, organized manner.

The position is 28 hours per week, on-site, with responsibilities spanning communications, finances, and facility coordination to support the church’s daily operations and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional office/administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace and bookkeeping software.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day church office operations, including calls, emails, files, supplies, and communications.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, donations, payroll data entry, and financial records; support monthly/quarterly reports.
• Coordinate use of church facilities and schedule events and rentals.

Skills

Office Suite

Bookkeeping software

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Position Title:

Part-Time Office Manager / Bookkeeper

Organization:

Cambridge Lutheran Church

Hours:

28 hours per week (Part-Time)

Location:

Cambridge, MN

Position Summary:

Cambridge Lutheran Church is seeking a dedicated, organized, and professional individual to fill the dual role of Office Manager and Bookkeeper. This position is vital to the smooth daily operations and financial stewardship of our church community. The ideal candidate will handle administrative oversight, financial record-keeping, and coordination of our church facilities, serving as a welcoming presence and a central point of contact for staff, parishioners, and visitors.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Office Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the church office. This includes answering phone calls, responding to emails, managing administrative files, ordering office supplies, and producing weekly bulletins or church communications.
• Bookkeeping & Finances: Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable. Ensure all invoices are paid accurately and on time, process incoming donations, handle payroll data entry, and maintain precise financial records using accounting software. Help prepare monthly or quarterly financial reports for the church council.
• Facility Use Coordination: Serve as the primary coordinator for the use of church buildings and rooms. Schedule internal ministry events, manage external rentals or community group meetings, and collaborate with the custodial staff to ensure the facility is prepared for all activities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience working in a fast-paced office or administrative environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with office software (such as Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace) and experience using specialized bookkeeping or accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a respectful, collaborative approach to working with church leadership, volunteers, and the public.