Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Bookkeeper

Responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations related to income and expenses, ensuring accurate record-keeping, compliance with regulations, and timely processing of financial transactions. This is a part-time, up to 8 hours a week position.

Spiritual Requirements

  • This person needs to possess a living faith in Christ Jesus.
  • This person needs to carry a mature attitude in all their dealings with members and guests alike.
  • This person needs to exercise the highest level of grace and patience with the people of God.
  • This person needs to be mature enough to hold all privy information about members confidential.
  • Must possess a servant heart to handle “all other duties as assigned”.

Core responsibilities

Accounts receivable (income)

  • Managing and recording incoming funds:
    • Processing and recording tithes, offerings, donations, grants, and other income sources.
    • Handling cash, checks, credit card, and online transactions accurately.
    • Preparing and making daily/weekly deposits to the church's bank accounts.
    • Reconciling donation deposits to daily logs and online donation records.
  • Managing miscellaneous receivables:
    • Processing and recording miscellaneous cash receipts. 

Accounts payable (expenses)

  • Processing and recording expenses:
    • Overseeing proper recording of all expenditures under the fund accounting system.
    • Maintaining vendor permanent files and ensuring required documentation (e.g., W-9s) are current.
    • Reviewing and verifying invoices for accuracy and proper authorization.
    • Entering all invoices into the accounting system.
    • Preparing and processing check runs and electronic payments.
  • Managing vendor relationships:
    • Communicating with vendors regarding invoices, payments, and inquiries.
    • Resolving any discrepancies or issues related to vendor accounts.
  • Reconciling accounts:
    • Reconciling credit card expenditures and statements.

General accounting and reporting

  • Maintaining accurate financial records:
    • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions.
    • Ensuring all financial records are properly documented and organized.

Required skills and qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma.
  • Experience: Practical experience in fund-based accounting and account reconciliation, preferably in a church or non-profit setting.
  • Technical skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks), Microsoft Excel, and Word.
  • Soft skills:
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Commitment to confidentiality in handling financial information.

Please email your resume to office@faithcollierville.com

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