Bookkeeper

Position Title Bookkeeper

Office: Center of Concern - Anniston

Immediate Supervisor: Beverly Hill

Position Status: Part-time Regular, no Benefits

(Regular) Work Schedule Monday – Friday , 20 hours per week

General Summary:

The Bookkeeper must be a team player who shares and participates in the vision and goals of the Bishop and of the Diocese, while following all diocesan and office policies, procedures and regulations.

The person in this position is called to provide a Christian, compassionate, and professional personality in all aspects of this position, with complete confidentiality. The responsibilities of this position frequently involve sensitive matters necessitating discretion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

 Responsible for Accounts Payable and Receivable.

 Prepare all record deposits

 Collaborate with Diocesan Finance Office in preparation of necessary documents

 Prepare documentation for donors for tax purposes as well as thank you notes

 Produce necessary documents/statements as needed for reports to Director, Dioceses and Advisory Board

 Follow up with vendors for updated information

 Assist with grant applications and follow-up documentation for grants

 Assists with monthly Newsletter

 Assist with preparation, maintenance and distribution of general correspondence

 Assist with stocking and ordering office supplies

 Responsible for contacting clients and vendors for any follow-up information

 Maintain records and files for the required retention period

 Prepare bulletin updates for the local Catholic Churches

 Perform other duties as needed by Director

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 High School Diploma required; training/education beyond high school desired

 Required 1+ years’ experience in related field of accounting

 Understanding of accounting procedures and financial statements

 Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Word, and Excel spreadsheets

 Good verbal and written communication skills

 Good organizational skills

 Ability to remain calm at stressful times

 Ability to show respect to Director, clients, and visitors

 Ability to multi-task

Job Conditions / Physical Demands:

The following are representative of the physical capabilities that must be met by an employee in this position and the working conditions that an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

 While performing the duties of this job, employee is required to stand, stoop, sit, walk, talk, hear, grasp, reach, and perform repetitive motions of the fingers, hands and wrists.

 Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry items up to 30 pounds.

 Work is performed in an office setting.

 Employee is required to do extensive close computer work.

I understand that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Persons with disabilities may receive reasonable accommodations for performing the essential duties. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change as the needs and requirements of the office change, as determined by the Immediate Supervisor, in consultation with the Moderator of the Curia and Director of Human Resources.

Physical Setting:

• Office

Work Location: In person