Accountant

About the role

Location: Union, MO, US, 63084-1692. The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and mission-driven Bookkeeper to support the financial operations of our parish and school. Working closely with the Pastor, Parish Finance Committee, and Office Manager, this role is responsible for managing daily accounting activities with a focus on accounts payable, vendor management, credit card and cash disbursements, and monthly reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a spirit of continuous improvement, a strong understanding of internal controls, and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and vendor payments accurately and efficiently using QuickBooks
• Maintain accurate general ledger and subsidiary ledgers
• Record accurate financial transactions: accounts payable, receivable, and cash receipts
• Prepare and record journal entries and amortization/accrual schedules
• Reconcile monthly bank statements
• Review deposit documentation and ensure proper coding
• Maintain accurate vendor files
• Prepare monthly financial reports for Pastor, Finance Council, and Archdiocese
• Maintain all accounting records and files in accordance with Archdiocesan retention policies

Requirements

• A practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, or someone who demonstrates a deep understanding of and respect for Catholic teachings and values
• Bachelor’s degree in Bookkeeping or Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant bookkeeping experience
• Solid understanding of internal controls, especially related to cash handling and financial safeguarding
• Highly organized with strong verbal and written communications skills
• Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Creative and efficiency-oriented; eager to explore innovative solutions to improve processes
• Team player with a collaborative approach and a commitment to supporting a mission-driven organization

Benefits

• Flexible working times
• Remote working options
• Generous paid vacation increasing with service
• Personal leaves of absence
• Archdiocese-sponsored volunteer events