Catholic Diocese Of Richmond · 3 days ago
Part Time Parish Bookkeeper at Saint Joseph Catholic Church (North Chesterfield) - 1/13/26
Catholic Diocese Of Richmond is seeking a limited part time Parish Bookkeeper for Saint Joseph Catholic Church. The Parish Bookkeeper supports the financial integrity of the parish by maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and preparing financial statements and budgets.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and update the parish bookkeeping and accounting system in accordance with diocesan policies and accounting best practices
Process accounts payable and receivable, including entering data, posting deposits, and preparing checks for timely invoice payment
Prepare payroll and ensure all related documentation is accurate and properly maintained
Complete monthly reconciliation of bank, credit card, and investment accounts
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Pastor and Parish Finance Council
Assist in preparing the annual operating budget and collaborate with ministry leads, staff, and the Pastor throughout the budgeting process
Utilize ParishSOFT for financial tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping
Perform other related accounting and administrative tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
Prior accounting or bookkeeping experience
Strong proficiency with accounting software
Comfortable with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and digital recordkeeping tools
Highly organized, dependable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding parish financial and personnel information
Preferred
parish or nonprofit financial experience
experience with ParishSOFT
Familiarity with Catholic parish operations