DIOCESE OF MANCHESTER
153 Ash Street, Manchester, NH
03104
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION:
Senior Accountant, Finance Office
FLSA :
Non-Exempt
JOB TYPE:
Full time, 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday
SECRETARIAT:
Temporalities
INTRODUCTION:
The Bishop of Manchester is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular diocese entrusted to him.
In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ's mission present and enduring as Shepherd of the Christian Community.
In order to fulfill his mission, the Bishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people).
He shares with them the apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.
Each position employed in the Diocesan Administration Building helps to extend the ministry of the Bishop in particular ways as outlined in the position description.
All employees of the diocesan administration assist the Bishop of Manchester in serving the parishes, schools and institutions of the Catholic Church in New Hampshire.
This is a full-time, in office position reporting to the Finance Office Controller.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Together with the Finance Office Team, perform a variety of accounting task including, but not limited to:
preparing journal entries and month-end adjustments; reconciling accounts, and preparing schedules and reports as needed; coordinate month-end and year-end close.
Perform monthly account closing functions in a timely manner.
Perform bank account and other reconciliations monthly; assist other team members when necessary.
Process biweekly payroll for lay employees and monthly payroll for clergy.
Assist with the preparation of a multi-million annual budget and assist with budget program upgrades
Maintain accurate recordkeeping of investment accounts, unrestricted and restricted trust funds- prepare annual adjustments in accordance with UPMIFA; prepare monthly investment statements for participants; prepare vouchers for approved withdrawals and deposits; provide technical assistance to account holders as needed.
Maintain general ledger chart of accounts; create and maintain standardized reports using software report writer programs.
Work with external auditors, prepare audit schedules, compile data and documents as needed.
Work with accounts payable to process annual 1099s
Other duties as assigned by the Controller.
OTHER DUTIES:
Prepare ad hoc reports to support the audit, annual mass trust funds, or other as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
ENVIRONMENT:
The venue of this position is a general office environment that is clean, well-lighted, environmentally comfortable.
This position requires the ability to:
Occasionally required to lift, carry, or move up to ten pounds,
Minimal requirement to reach heights at or above shoulder level; occasional reaching below shoulder level required.
Hand manipulation – equipment and controls, frequent; grasping and handling, occasional
Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include night and weekends
Mobility includes regular sitting, some standing and walking.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
A bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or equivalent experience is preferred.
Experience and background in Fund Accounting and Financial Management with at least 3 years of experience performing various accounting functions.
Strong computer skills. Proficient in Database Management Programs and Microsoft Office Suites.
Working knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge programs preferred.
Excellent organizational skills; strong attention to detail; able to perform clear account reconciliations.
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, work independently and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
Knowledge and experience in all finance office procedures (Accounts Payable and Receivable, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, etc.)
Knowledge and understanding of standard banking deposit and loan programs preferred.
Experience with budget preparation for a multi-million-dollar annual budget preferred.
Experience with recordkeeping and reporting requirements for investments and trust funds preferred.
The position requires an individual who can maintain confidentiality, along with the ability to interact, and maintain positive relations, with clergy, religious, and laity, both within the Diocesan Administration and outside (parishes, schools, and other institutions, and general public) in a knowledgeable, tactful manner. In addition, candidate should have knowledge and understanding of UPMIFA and NH laws pertaining to the recordkeeping of Trust Funds.
Candidates with experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge programs are preferred.
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