Bookkeeper

Classified ad for The Catholic Messenger

The Diocese of Davenport is looking for a self-motivated and energetic candidate for the Bookkeeper positions in The Catholic Messenger. This position is part-time, non-exempt. The hours are flexible and are around 20 hours a week.

This position manages accounts receivable, accounts payable, deposits, reconciliation through QuickBooks, generate general ledger reports, journal entries, and provides general office support including reception for The Catholic Messenger Newspaper.

Strong organizational skills are required. Confidentiality and attention to detail is critical, and competency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel. A bachelor’s degree and experience with QuickBooks is preferred, but not required.

Pay is commensurate with experience.

Specific duties for The Catholic Messenger include:

A. Assist with parish subscription drive by sending initial reports and invoices to parishes; entering all payments and keeping parishes updated with quarterly statements that include payment information and names of current subscribers.

B. Manage aging accounts receivable by: maintaining accurate and up-to-date billing information; inputting vendor invoices and issuing checks; invoicing advertisers at month end for unmet and past due balances.

C. Submit a monthly report on overdue accounts receivable to the editor, advertising representative and Diocesan accounting coordinator.

D. Manage accounts payable, reconcile checking account and make bank deposits.

E. Post A/R payments; collect past due advertising and circulation accounts.

F. Analyze aging accounts receivable and payable and report to editor monthly.

G. Issue end of month financial report to editor and to Diocesan accounting department.

H. Provide general office support by: responding to advertisers,’ subscribers’ and parishes’ questions regarding advertising, circulation, and accounts receivable; order supplies; and, assist with answering of phones.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person