Part-Time Bookkeeper

St. John the Baptist in Ypsilanti is seeking a part-time bookkeeper.

• Processes invoices in accounting software and prepares checks for signature
• Reconcile payroll and all required withholding taxes and reports
• Maintains accurate balances in bank accounts & reconciles bank statements
• Maintains receivable ledgers and performs billing functions when necessary
• Maintains accounting ledger using double entry bookkeeping
• Prepares a variety of routine accounting correspondence, schedules, forms, and lists

• Processes the weekly offertory in parish database
• Processes all credit card receipts and monthly statements and ensures timely payment
• Prepares or assists in preparing financial reports, the annual parish report, and various budgets
• Provides Finance Council Chair with monthly reports & statements for review
• Handles sensitive information confidentially
• Other duties as assigned

Accountability: Reports to Business Manager

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Hours: 8-12 hours per week with some flexibility

Education: Associate degree or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum of one year of experience with standard accounting practices, office procedures, and business etiquette. Must be fluent in Microsoft Excel and Word. Familiarity with accounting software preferred.

Require: Must be a practicing Catholic, active in a parish. Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Physical demands: While performing duties, employee has to sit for long periods of time and use hands in repetitive motion tasks. The position also requires some standing, stooping, and bending while filing. Employee is expected to work onsite.

To apply for the position, please submit a resume to the online application.