Bookkeeper

Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, VA

Job Description

Job Summary: The Bookkeeper ensures that daily accounting functions (revenue and expenses) are processed accurately and in a timely manner. The position requires working with other church staff, members, vendors, and the Board.

Essential Functions:

• Process contributions and all other cash receipts weekly, including recording Contribution records in Shelby software, posting journal entries, preparing and making back deposits. Process online donations through Shelby Giving, PayPal, Venmo, Square, and Benevity.
• Interface with members regarding pledge balances, contributions, tax statements, online giving, and stock gifts.
• Prepare and distribute quarterly pledge balance statements and annual tax statements.
• Prepare all invoices for payment, working with the responsible departments for approval. Ensure all 1099 employees have proper paperwork and classification. Prepare 1099s at the end of the year.
• Prepare bi-monthly financial reports for the staff.
• Work with the Administrator to prepare for an internal or external audit.
• Serves as backup for submitting payroll

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 years’ experience in a bookkeeping position and an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business, or related degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate using multiple platforms: text, email, phone, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365
• High skill level in working with accounting software. Previous experience working with Shelby is a plus but not required.

Core Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Consistently attends to the many small pieces which must be assembled into an organized whole; follows up on missing or out of balance items; resolves unanswered questions needed to address a problem; keeps the larger picture in mind while tending to the smallest of details.
• Initiative: Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and energetic about worthwhile activities; not fearful of taking calculated risks; seizes opportunities; sets demanding but achievable objectives for self and others.
• Integrity and Trust: Is seen as trustworthy by others; practices direct, honest and transparent communication; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t operate with hidden agendas; responds to situations with constancy and reliability.
• Technical Expertise: Acquires and demonstrates the technical skills required to proficiently execute the essential functions of the job; understands which skills are lacking and seeks to develop those skills; continually works toward the mastery of technical proficiency. A foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer

Diversity Statement:

UUCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As we seek to create a staff team reflective of the significant diversity in the Arlington community, those from a diverse faith heritage, people with disabilities, BIPOC candidates, Hispanic/Latino/a/x candidates, and LGBTQIA candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Background Check:

The applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and will be subject to a background check and sex offender check.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25