Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant

Christ the King Lutheran Church

Bookkeeper

Conducts the business affairs of Christ the King Lutheran Church in an ethical and business-like manner. Oversee the implementation of policies and programs of the various church committees as they pertain to and are associated with church financial operations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Efficient financial recording and reporting based on proper accounting procedures, including timely posting of credits and debits to Automated Church Systems (ACS). 

   

  Manage Online giving processes and transactions.

   

  Disbursement of properly documented and authorized funds.

   

  Timely and accurate invoice processing and vendor management.

   

  Recording of all member contributions and issuance of regular contributor statements.

   

  All aspects of Payroll and Benefits for staff and contractors.

   

  Assist the Treasurer and Audit Committee in conducting an annual audit of the financial records and policies of the church.

   

  Preparation of monthly and annual financial reports to the Congregation Council, committees, and the congregation.

   

  Assist the Council in preparing the annual budget.

   

  With the Treasurer, monitor monthly cash flow to anticipate monetary requirements.

   

  On a timely basis, handle all stock transactions for members of the congregation.

   

  Primary responsibility for full, accurate and timely management of all accounting and financial matters of the church. Ensure proper financial policies are practiced, evaluated and updated as necessary.

   

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Responsible to the Senior Pastor and Congregation Council

   

  Works closely with Treasurer, Financial Secretary, Stewardship Committee, Operations Director and other staff.

   

  Attend staff meetings and be an integral part of the staff team (on site for a majority of hours)

   

  Attend Congregation Council meetings as requested.

   

  From a business viewpoint, assist staff or committees in solutions to organizational problems.

   

  Be a positive representative of the ministry and mission of the church.

   

  Other duties as assigned or apparent. 

   

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Experience and training in computers, especially Automated Church Systems data base management and financial modules.

   

  Supervisory experience helpful

   

  Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

   

GIFTS AND ABILITIES

• Good rapport and cooperation with volunteer workers and staff.

   

  Strong attention to organization and details.

   

  Excellent communication skills.

   

• Enjoy working with people and groups.