What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Manager/Bookkeeper position at Saint Augustine and Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church?
St. Augustine Church and School, together with Holy Name of Mary Church, are seeking a full-time Parish Business Manager / Bookkeeper to assist in the prudent and faithful stewardship of parish and school resources. This position plays a vital role in supporting the mission and daily life of our parish communities and school.
Responsibilities include oversight of parish and school finances, including budgeting, payroll administration, accounting, account reconciliations, cash management, preparation of financial statements and reports, and basic human resources administration. The Parish Business Manager / Bookkeeper works closely with parish and school leadership, reports directly to the pastor, and is entrusted with sensitive financial and personnel information.
Because this position serves two parish communities and a parish school, the successful candidate must be comfortable managing multiple accounts and financial processes while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail. The position also involves working with parish and school leadership, finance councils, auditors, and diocesan offices as needed.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration with significant accounting coursework, or a related field. Candidates should have a strong working knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting, together with at least 3–5 years of progressively responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience. Experience with budgeting, payroll administration, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and fund accounting is strongly preferred. Experience in parish, school, nonprofit, or fund accounting is especially beneficial.
This position requires excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally. The successful candidate must demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional discretion, as well as the ability to establish a strong relationship of trust and collaboration with the pastor. Respect for—and ideally a commitment to—the mission of the Catholic Church is highly desired.
As a ministry of the Catholic Church, we seek individuals who appreciate the unique mission of parish and school life and who desire to use their professional skills in service to the Gospel and the Church's mission.
Salary Range: $45,000–$52,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This is a full-time position offering a competitive benefits package.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé by mail or email to:
St. Augustine Parish Office
Attn: Fr. Daniel Whelan
235 South Spalding Avenue
Lebanon, Kentucky 40033
Or email: frdaniel@staugustinechurch.net
Pay: $45,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $52,000