Church of the Annunciation in Kearney, MO is seeking a full time Office Manager/Bookkeeper. This position typically performs a significant amount of accounting work in addition to administrative duties. This position reports to the Pastor and requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with accounting systems.

Essential Duties: 

The candidate can expect appropriate mentorship to acclimate to the following responsibilities:

• Manage and prepare financial reports and statements including but not limited to monthly/quarterly financial reports and end-of-year fiscal reports.
• Meet quarterly with Finance Council and Pastor to review finances.
• Process all accounts payable in a timely manner utilizing QuickBooks.
• Oversee Annunciation Community Center rentals and contract agreements.
• Maintain Vendor records.
• Act as liaison between parish and the diocese in completing and providing annual reports including Annual budget and year-end report, SEC reports, and Spirituality reports.
• Manage human resources functions, including processing payroll, recruiting, onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintain parish offering system, including online giving and contribution records.
• Work to implement and manage strategies/policies for security, safety, and facility management ensuring compliance with Diocesan and government policy.
• Complete routine equipment maintenance and oversee maintenance and purchasing of equipment, including computers.
• Meet with individuals in need of financial assistance to determine eligibility and process any needed documents.
• Update and publish weekly bulletin.
• Maintain church, office and Annunciation Community Center calendars.
• Manage parish communications including phone, mail, email, and website.
• Other administrative tasks that may be assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable in accounting principles, budgeting, general ledger.
• Intermediate skills in general ledger systems and Excel.
• Proficient skills or ability to learn Microsoft Office, Website management, and QuickBooks or other accounting software experience.
• Strong ability to learn software quickly.
• Handles confidential information with integrity.  
• Maintains a courteous and professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills - highly collaborative and an effective team member.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieve results with little oversight.
• Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is an asset.       

Church of the Annunciation offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan.  Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays.

Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training prior to hire.