Bookkeeper

Full Charge BookkeeperWorking under the direct supervision of the Business Manager (or Pastor), the Full-Time Bookkeeper handles day-to-day financial operations and general ledger maintenance for the parish and school. Core responsibilities include managing accounts payable, bank reconciliations, payroll review, and month-end closing procedures.Position details:Category: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Maximum 40 hours per week)Compensation: $20.00 to $22.00 per hour (Commensurate with experience)Benefits: Full Archdiocese of Detroit benefits package (Medical, Dental, PTO, Paid Holidays, and Retirement Plan)Employment Effective Date: Immediate / ASAPApplication Deadline: Rolling review until filled; priority given to early applicants.Essential duties and responsibilities:Accounts Payable: Manage the complete AP cycle, including vendor/staff communications, invoice processing, expense coding, and data entry.Cash Management: Process cash disbursements, assist with cash management workflows.Payroll: Review, prepare, and post required documentation for bi-weekly payroll.Reconciliations: Perform monthly bank reconciliations and verify general ledger accuracy.Month-End Close: Execute localized month-end accounting tasks efficiently according to set internal deadlines.Compliance: Organize voucher backup documentation, and assist with 1099 and potential government audit preparation.Technical Reporting: Extract, compile, and run financial reports from various school and tuition management systems.Special Projects: Execute specialized administrative or financial tasks as assigned by leadership.Minimum requirements:Education/Experience: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent professional bookkeeping experience.Accounting Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of standard GAAP practices.Software Stack:Sage Intacct (or strong proficiency in equivalent cloud-based ERP accounting systems).Microsoft Office (Intermediate to advanced Excel and Word capabilities are a must).Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets).Professional Attributes:Keen attention to detail with an uncompromising commitment to accuracy.Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking abilities, and adherence to tight deadlines.Exceptional communication skills with the professional courage to report financial errors, discrepancies, or compliance concerns in a timely manner.Absolute commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding payroll, internal parish business, and donor data.Team-oriented demeanor comfortable interacting with clergy, parish staff, vendors, and benefactors.Compliance: Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and complete the Archdiocese of Detroit "Protecting God's Children" (VIRTUS) training prior to employment.