What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper / Human Resources position at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church?
Position Summary
Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church seeks a parish bookkeeper and human resources representative. This is a part-time (25 hours per week), FLSA non-exempt position. The bookkeeper works in the parish office, reports to the pastor and performs all bookkeeping, accounting, and human resources duties for the parish. The bookkeeper’s role, like every position in the parish, is in support of our mission to worship God and bear witness to Jesus Christ.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Work with and report to the pastor on all financial and human resources (HR) matters.
- Ensure compliance with Archdiocese of Washington (ADW) requirements for parish accounting, internal controls, and HR policies.
- Work with the pastor and finance council to prepare annual budget.
- Prepare annual parish financial report for parishioners and ADW.
- Prepare monthly financial reports for the pastor and parish finance council.
- Process all financial transactions including weekly offertory counting and deposits, donations, expenses, bi-weekly payroll for approximately 10 employees, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Reconcile bank, credit card and investment account statements.
- Complete all tax-related filing, forms and contribution letters.
- Oversee parish HR matters including: onboard and offboard employees, support parish employees in HR issues including disability and leave, support the pastor in annual appointment and employee continuation letters, maintain personnel records.
- All other reasonable duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Understanding and respect for the teachings and mission of the Roman Catholic Church.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or related field is strongly preferred.
- Experience in accounting or bookkeeping role in a professional office setting.
- Professionalism, organization, clear written and interpersonal communication.
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office and relevant accounting software.
- Accrual accounting and internal accounting controls.
- Knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
- Knowledge of federal and state employment law.
Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to pastor@ihmrcc.org and office@ihmrcc.org.
Pay: From $30,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000