Parish Accounting Services Accountant

Detroit, Michigan

30+ days ago

Job Description

Are you a talented, hardworking, joyful missionary disciple? Join the Archdiocese of Detroit and be part of a mission-driven community where your work contributes to unleashing the Gospel throughout southeast Michigan. Our workplace culture integrates faith with professional growth, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in a Catholic environment. Enjoy a generous paid time off package and an employer-paid pension plan with eligibility just after five years. If you're passionate about serving the Church and seeking employment with mission-oriented work and exceptional benefits, apply today!

Summary/objective:

Provides accurate and timely accounting and/or business management services to Archdiocese of Detroit’s (AOD) large and complex parishes and non-parish schools (NPS).

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Accounting and business management services. Including but not limited to:
Invoicing tuition on the FACTS system
Bill payment, recording and reconciliation of financial transactions,
Coordinating and assisting with budget preparation and providing monthly financial reporting
Preparing annual financial report
Payroll processing and payroll tax reporting
Assistance in implementing internal controls and/or assistance in implementing financial audit recommendations.
Visit parishes/schools as necessary to pick up or deliver financial records and communicate financial information to pastor and staff
Attend Parish Finance Council (PFC) meetings
Collaborate with other AOD departments including Department of Finance and Administration, Department of Catholic Schools, Department of Parish Care and Sustainability, and the Department of Human Resources regarding financial and administrative issues and concerns.
Assist in developing financial policies and procedures for parishes and/or schools with direction and approval of the Chief Financial Officer.

Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Products with a special emphasis on Excel
Ability to operate accounting software
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, and their applications
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
Sound judgement in decision making and high ethical and integrity standards when handling privileged AOD financial matters
Ability to work independently

Physical Demands:

Position requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work. May involve some lifting, carrying, pushing/or pulling of objects and materials (5-50 pounds). May involve extended periods of time standing or sitting at a keyboard or workstation. May involve repetitive motion (i.e., typing). May involve walking long distances.

Travel Required:

Travel throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit.

Education and Experience Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, along with three or more years of experience in accounting or a similar field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.

Additional Requirements:

Must agree, upon acceptance of an offer of employment with the Archdiocese of Detroit, not to engage in, nor to endorse, any actions or beliefs contrary to the teaching and standards of the Roman Catholic faith and morality.
Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding any archdiocesan information gained within the Archdiocese of Detroit especially highly sensitive material such as protected Personally Identifiable Information and financial information.
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:

The Archdiocese of Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and does not illegally discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, or marital or other legally protected status. The Archdiocese of Detroit is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

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Location	Detroit, Michigan
Website	https://www.aod.org/careers

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