What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at The Diocese of Charleston?
Company Description The Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston serves faith communities across South Carolina, providing pastoral, educational, and charitable support rooted in Catholic tradition. The Diocese oversees parishes, schools, and ministries and works to promote responsible stewardship of its spiritual and financial resources. Team members collaborate in a mission-driven environment that values integrity, service, and accountability. The organization offers opportunities to contribute professional expertise while supporting the broader mission of the Church.
Role Description The Senior Accountant is a full-time, hybrid role based in Charleston, SC, with a mix of on-site and work-from-home responsibilities. This position manages day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes. The Senior Accountant prepares financial statements, analyzes variances, supports budgeting and forecasting, and assists with audits and compliance reporting. The role collaborates with internal departments and leadership to ensure accurate financial information, implements and maintains internal controls, and helps improve financial procedures and systems. The individual in this role is expected to handle complex accounting issues, provide guidance to junior staff as needed, and uphold high standards of confidentiality and ethical conduct.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated proficiency in general accounting, including general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Experience preparing financial statements, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and performing financial analysis.
- Knowledge of audit processes, internal controls, and compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
- Strong skills with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; ability to learn and use additional financial systems as needed.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with colleagues and leadership at various levels.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or progress toward certification is preferred.
- Prior experience in nonprofit, religious, or mission-driven organizations is beneficial, along with alignment with the Diocese’s values and mission.