Staff Accountant

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and financial record keeping for several agencies, schools or departments of the Archdiocese of St. Louis and ensures the accurate recording of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. This role assists with, for their assigned agencies, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, month-end and year end close, the year end audit, preparation of the annual budget and periodic projection updates. The Staff Accounting reports to an accounting manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare and release journal entries to the general ledger and all subsidiary application systems.
• Reviews information posted to subsidiary application systems prior to posting to the general ledger. Subsystems include accounts receivable, asset management and accounts payable.
• Reviews all accounts receivable and/or accounts payable batches for accuracy before they are processed.
• Prepares general ledger account reconciliations each month.
• Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses. Reviews system generated balance sheets, statement of activities, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected financial position for the agency director. May prepare custom format reports if needed.
• Assists agencies, schools or departments with preparation of the annual budget and assists in related budget analysis.
• Assists agencies, schools or departments with periodic projection updates.
• Builds relationships with agency, school or department leaders and attends board/finance meetings as needed.
• Prepares audit work papers and schedules in conjunction with the year-end audit.
• Prepares or assists in preparing special reports as needed related to grants, governmental and tax reporting.
• Work as part of a team, maintaining good relationships with peers and leaders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Certified Public Accountant preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Proven capability in a similar role, including key processes, analytical skills and technical writing
• Verbal and written communication skills are important in interacting with a wide variety of colleagues
• Technical aptitude in Microsoft Office and other commonly used software
• Familiarity with automated and integrated ERP systems a plus
• Non-profit experience a plus
• Willingness to travel within the boundaries of the St. Louis Archdiocese to attend meetings at agencies, offices or schools

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.