Bookkeeper

Overview

Part-time Bookkeeper role supporting parish financial administration in Greenwood, Mississippi. This position is expected to require approximately 20–30 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Process parish invoices and prepare payments using ParishSoft check-writing software.
• Enter weekly collections into the ParishSoft Family Suite, arrange corresponding bank deposits, and accurately code income and expenses in the system.
• Reconcile the parish checking account each month, as well as statements for the parish’s two savings accounts.
• Prepare a monthly income report for review and discussion with parish leadership.
• Attend monthly Parish Council and Finance Council meetings; meetings may be held remotely when appropriate.
• Work with the Pastor to prepare the annual parish budget using ParishSoft.
• Maintain orderly financial records and communicate promptly about questions or discrepancies.
• Provide backup administrative support to the parish secretary when needed to maintain continuity of parish operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 7–10 years of bookkeeping and general administrative experience.
• 3–5 years of experience using accounting software.
• Willingness to learn and work with ParishSoft (prior ParishSoft experience is an advantage).
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams is beneficial.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to organize tasks, plan work, and collaborate on small office projects.
• Self-directed, dependable approach.
• Comfort working independently while communicating regularly with parish staff and council members.
• Experience with a faith-based organization (ideally a Catholic organization) is strongly preferred.
• Appreciation for Catholic and Franciscan traditions; willingness to learn about the Franciscans’ mission and the Order’s Catholic identity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting degree (welcome but not required).
• Prior ParishSoft experience.
• Experience supporting a Catholic organization or faith-based environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Part-time schedule: 20–30 hours per week.
• Specific compensation, benefits, and additional work-schedule details were not provided; candidates should confirm during the application process.

Location

Greenwood, Mississippi