Job Title: Part-Time Church Bookkeeper (in office, potential for one day at home) Hours: Monday - Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM- some flexibility Type: Contract to Hire Position Overview The Part-Time Church Bookkeeper manages the church's financial activities by receiving, recording, and depositing funds, processing approved expense payments, and handling payroll. This role also includes preparing quarterly and annual tax reports, then forwarding information to the Church Treasurer, Diaconate, and Session to support the mission and ministries of the Presbyterian Church. Primary Responsibilities of the Part-Time Church Bookkeeper
- Verify and record all contributions, ensuring accuracy of deacon-submitted envelopes.
- Maintain contribution records, posting and verifying each entry.
- Email financial reports to Deacon Chairman, Treasurer, Finance, and Session Clerk.
- Assist the Church Treasurer with deposit records and other financial tasks.
- Conduct weekly deposits every Thursday.
- Process payments for church expenses, including missionary support.
- Enter bank drafts and process payroll, including monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings. Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports prior to Deacons Meetings.
- Send financial statements to the Session as required.
- Maintain accurate membership records and print/mail quarterly contribution statements.
- Assist with annual statistical reporting.
- Open and close the office daily, set and release the voicemail and security systems.
- Monitor email communications throughout the day.
- Manage memorial acknowledgments.
- Prepare documents, such as forms, certificates, brochures, and membership transfers.
- Update mailing lists for various church groups, including Deacons, Elders, and Youth Ministries.
- Record pastoral home-bound visitations.
- Manage facility requests, coordinate approvals, and maintain an online calendar.
- Conduct background checks as necessary.
- Answer phone calls and direct inquiries.
Qualifications
- College degree or relevant experience preferred.
- Prior experience as an office manager, in tax preparation, or bookkeeping.
- Realm software a plus
- Must be willing to undergo a background check and possible drug testing, as required.