Job Title: Accountant
Location: Holy Name & St. Regis Parishes and Schools
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Overview:
Holy Name and St. Regis Catholic Churches seek a skilled and diligent Accountant to manage financial and accounting operations of the two parishes through compliance with the Archdiocese of Detroit's financial policies, applicable tax regulations, and labor laws. This role is crucial in supporting the parishs' and associated schools’ financial health and operational integrity. Have an understanding and acceptance of the teachings and values of the Catholic Church integral to the organizational mission and daily operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day financial tasks, including payroll processing through Paycor, reviewing payroll tax summaries and returns, invoicing tuition and facilitating grants via the FACTS system, and performing monthly reconciliations and journal entries. Coordinate the preparation of realistic budgets for the parish and school and manage ongoing budget performance.
- Prepare financial reports, analyze budget variances, and present findings to the parishes ministry heads and parish and Family Finance Councils.
- Oversee the preparation of the annual Forecast School Model and assess the fiscal impact of various initiatives.
- Prepare and review the annual financial reports for the parishes and schools, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements.
- Oversee the preparation of annual governmental reports, including ACA Form 1095-C, Form 1099-MISC, and other tax-related documents.
- Support parish and school fundraising activities by ensuring compliance with relevant licensing and tax regulations.
- Supervise bookkeeping staff whose duties include but are not limited to recording transactions, processing checks, managing accounts receivable and payable, and donations from parishioners.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit or educational setting.
- Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively and efficiently, adapt to change in routine and multi-task.
- Willingness to work independently and collaboratively.
- Join all staff members in fostering a sense of community within the staff and parish where all fell welcome and valued members of parish and Church.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package - up to $90,500 per year
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
- Retirement plan.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
Travel Required:
Must have reliable transportation.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, and responsibilities.
Additional Requirements:
Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding any Archdiocesan information gained within the Archdiocese of Detroit, especially highly sensitive material such as protected Personally Identifiable Information and financial information.
Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Must complete a background check and the Archdiocese’s “Protecting God’s Children” program.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:
The Archdiocese of Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and does not illegally discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, or marital or other legally protected status. The Archdiocese of Detroit is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
Additional request:
Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter and resume through the application process.
Contact Information:
Larry Rancilio, Mission Support
(248) 646-2244 x314
lrancilio@hnchurch.org
