Parish Bookkeeper - Hybrid After Training

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia seeks a Parish Bookkeeper to maintain financial records for assigned parishes and schools, supporting the pastor and parish staff. Duties include recording deposits, entering bills, payroll, reconciliations, and monthly reporting.

The role is based at the AOP headquarters with hybrid work after training, and may require occasional on-site visits. Strong organization, confidentiality and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confidentiality and discretion with parish information.
• Dependable, highly organized and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books and financial records for assigned parishes/schools.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations in QuickBooks.
• Maintain vendor accounts and stay current on payments.
• Manage parish cash flow and account balances.
• Monitor budget and code expenses per forecast.
• Review financial information with parish organizations.
• Implement and maintain Archdiocese policies and standards.
• Serve as point of contact between Archdiocese and parish on financial records.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Dependable

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia seeks a Parish Bookkeeper to maintain financial records for assigned parishes and schools, supporting the pastor and parish staff. Duties include recording deposits, entering bills, payroll, reconciliations, and monthly reporting.

The role is based at the AOP headquarters with hybrid work after training, and may require occasional on-site visits. Strong organization, confidentiality and teamwork are essential.