Accounting Assistant

Location: St. Monica Parish, Indianapolis

Posted: January 5, 2025

St. Monica has an opening for a part-time Accounting Assistant. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, accounts payable, deposit preparation, liaison to counting ministry, financial statement generation, bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, contribution posting, and annual budget assistance. The position requires knowledge of accounting principles and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Knowledge of ACS church data software a plus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following, while not an exhaustive list of duties associated with the position, is intended to familiarize you with the general requirements this role entails.

  • Good organization and planning skills
  • Code invoices for the Church
  • Write all checks for the Church and School
  • Maintain all records of invoices paid by the Church and School
  • Ensures deposit of all contributions to the Church office. 
  • Post all financial activity to ACS, the church accounting software
  • Review financial statements for accuracy
  • Update account analysis monthly
  • Run and distribute month end reports for Finance Council and various ministries
  • Perform bank reconciliations for the Church and School
  • Oversee the posting and record keeping of parishioner contributions
  • Assist in the annual budget process
  • Special projects as determined by Pastor, Business Manager or Finance Committee.
  • Ability to organize and manage workload to meet deadlines
  • Ability to manage multiple employees in an effective manner
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage relationships in an effective, professional manner
  • Self-motivated.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Understands and adheres to the professional standards of conduct set forth by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis as well as any as outlined by professional degree/license, as applies.
  • Willingness to foster the Church’s mission

REQUIREMENTS

  • College degree in accounting or related field and 3+ years of business experience. 
  • 3-5 years of experience in a similar role. 
  • Demonstrated ability to proficiently use technology. 
  • Must be able to understand and to comply with the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Code of Conduct
  • Must be able to successfully complete the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Child Safety Training
  • Background screening required
  • Valid driver’s license required

Please send resume, cover letter and list of references to: Parish Office/Accounting Assistant, 6131 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46228 or email to: bbacon@stmonicaindy.org with ‘Accounting Assistant’ in the subject line.

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