Full Charge Bookkeeper (FT), Diocese of Newton for the Melkite Catholic Church, West Roxbury, MA.

The Diocese of Newton for the Melkite Catholic Church in West Roxbury is currently looking for a Full-Charge Bookkeeper to join their team. The position has a multifunctional role helping to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records for the Eparchy and all its communities, including paying bills, preparing receipts for deposit, entering transactions into the accounting system, preparing end of period financials and other responsibilities as assigned. For this position you will need to work in the office in West Roxbury.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accounts Receivable
  • Record and deposit physical receipts
  • Record electronic receipts
  • Invoice parishes for monthly assessments, medical insurance, retirement contributions
  • Invoice parishes for other items as necessary
  • Provide Accounts Receivable report for Controller & CFO
  • Reclassify deposits as directed by Controller/CFO
  • Accounts Receivable research
  • Answer Accounts Receivable questions
• Accounts Payable
  • Enter approved invoices 
  • Cut Checks
  • Mail signed checks 
  • Vendor Setup
  • Reclassify invoices as directed by Controller/CFO
  • Accounts Payable research
  • Answer Accounts Payable questions
• Accounting
  • Prepare monthly financial statements for review by Controller/CFO
  • Prepare spreadsheets of bank accounts and financial statements from parishes for review by Controller/CFO
  • Accrue Income/Expenses as directed by Controller/CFO
  • Enter Journal Entries as directed by Controller/CFO

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred
• Minimum 5 years demonstrated work experience as a full charge bookkeeper
• Experience working in a church setting a plus
• Excellent personal and communication skills
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Strong computer skills, including Quickbooks and Microsoft Office
• Ability to communicate effectively through e-mail and or telephone
• Strong service orientation
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to support the mission of the Catholic Church

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Fr. Bryan McNeil, Syncellus of Operations: [email protected].