Archdiocese of Chicago ยท 3 months ago
Parish Operations Support Senior Accountant
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$76K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expThe Archdiocese of Chicago is the third largest in the United States, serving more than 2.2 million Catholics. The Parish Operations Support Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting parish financial reporting and leading financial standardization efforts across all parishes and schools, ensuring adherence to accounting policies and guidelines.
CommunitiesEventsNon ProfitReligion
Responsibilities
Perform on-site Financial and HR best practices reviews with parish and schools, including a written summary of identified areas for continued improvement for local stakeholders and the Vicariate Team
Prepare and process complex financial transactions affecting parishes and schools; prior year adjustments, debt adjustment entries, property sales, etc. that are traditionally non-standard events for parishes and schools
Partner with various teams and departments on better understanding if parish and school financial reporting to aid in long-term financial planning and analysis
Liaison with parishes and schools in preparation of their annual reports and budget submissions and provide any necessary guidance to ensure data is accurate
Communicate directly with pastors, parish/school business leaders to discuss their financial reporting and any additional support provided to them
Contribute to on-going management of the Chart of Accounts and Class Codes used by the parishes and schools
Serve as an expert for QuickBooks Online inquiries for parishes, schools, and internal team members
Participate in team meetings, department meetings, and additional organizational meetings
Ensures proper internal controls are in place and followed
Ensures that all federal, state and local taxes are paid in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
Utilizes Archdiocesan Best Practices
Support all parishes and schools, as requested, and make recommendation for improvement or highlight concern as related to current policy and procedures
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by Director of Parish Operations Support
Review and supervise staff as assigned
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate Degree or equivalent professional experience
Minimum five years in an Accounting or Finance role within a Parish or business entity
Demonstrated knowledge of the full accounting cycle requirements and principles
Demonstrated understanding, respect and support of the Catholic Church teaching, mission and values
Ability to work independently and communicate progress across internal and external stakeholders
Advanced knowledge in QuickBooks Online
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Strong verbal and written communications, interpersonal, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
Ability to work in team environment and has a 'Service Mindset' when working with others
Able to identify opportunities for improvement, evaluate issues and situations and propose and implement recommendations/solutions
Can be entrusted with highly confidential information
Strong drive to achieve results
Able to travel to other Archdiocesan locations
Able to attend evening or weekend meetings as needed
Benefits
Comprehensive total rewards package
Competitive compensation and benefit programs
Company
Archdiocese of Chicago
Archdiocese of Chicago manages parishes, schools, ministries, and administrative functions for the Archdiocese of Chicago.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Deacon Don Grossnickle
Various Ministries, Not-For Profit Director, Board Member-Founder
Mark Goebel
Assistant Director, Development and Partnerships - Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity
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