Financial Services Cashier/Secretary - Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY:

To accurately and efficiently perform general accounting procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Because all Archdiocesan employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the goals and mission of the Church in performing their work.

• Inputs all cash receipts and applies to general ledger according to department identification number and account number.
• Inputs all investment checks and credited investment clearing account and investment exchange accounts.
• Opens the daily mail and separates the check receipts; rental, royalties, donations, collections and investment pool checks.
• Copies checks with no attached document for cash application.
• Prepares bank deposit slips for all checks received and reviews deposit slips from various departments.
• Segregates checks and cash deposits as required by the bank.
• Prepares bank deposits.
• Maintains House of Prayer deposits
• Handles petty cash for the department.
• Assist Parishes and Schools with updating bank signature account cards
• Assist Parishes and Schools with bank to bank changes
• Provides secretarial support staff for the Financial Services Department
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, typically:

• Active member of a Roman Catholic faith community. (preferred)
• High School Diploma
• Two years’ experience in bookkeeping or related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of bookkeeping and accounting.
• Modem office methods and procedures.
• PC and programs including Microsoft programs.

Skill in:

• Analyzing accounts.
• Bookkeeping procedures.
• Financial report preparation.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Sit for sustained periods of time on a daily basis.
• Perform tasks requiring intermittent bending, stooping, and walking.
• Sustain frequent movement of the fingers, wrists, hands, and arms.

For consideration please forward your resume and cover letter to:

employment@la-archdiocese.org