Accountant

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Provide appropriate, accurate and timely accounting and/or business management services to AOD parishes and non-parish schools (NPS) for a fee, as requested by the Parish/NPS. Services may include invoicing tuition, bill payment, recording and reconciliation of financial transactions, coordinating budget preparation, providing monthly financial reporting to pastor/parish staff/PFC, preparing annual financial report, payroll processing, payroll tax reporting, assistance in implementing internal controls and/or assistance in implementing financial audit recommendations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS REQUIRED BY THIS JOB

• Perform accounting and/or business management services as negotiated with Parish/NPS.
• Visit parishes/schools as necessary to pick up/deliver financial records, communicate financial information to pastor, occasionally attend PFC meetings.
• Promote adherence to AOD policies and procedures and applicable civil laws at parishes and schools.
• Collaborate with other AOD Financial Services Offices, AOD Schools Office, Parish Life & Services Department and HR Department regarding financial and administrative issues.
• Assist in developing financial policies and procedures for parishes/schools with direction and approval of the Director of Financial Services.
• Perform other additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or equivalent in background and experience.
• Minimum 3 years accounting experience
• Must have strong financial analysis, problem-solving skills and organizational skills.
• Must have strong computer skills (proficient in MS Word and Excel) and working knowledge of financial accounting software.
• Must have strong personal relationship skills, customer service skills, and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality handling highly sensitive material.
• Ability to travel throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit.
• Experience in processing tuition transactions, especially using FACTS, is highly desirable

Employment Type: Contract
Years Experience: 3 – 5 years
Salary: $35 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No