Bookkeeper

Position Description
Bookkeeper

Faith Presbyterian Church
Cape Coral, Florida

Reports to: Senior Pastor/Head of Staff
Status: Part-Time (12-16 hours)
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary
The Bookkeeper is responsible to recording and executing financial transactions, and managing the financial reporting systems of the church. The role will maintain and keep up-to-date financial records and files, and serve as a specialist on the church’ financial managements systems, including the ACS software.

Work Schedule
The position will require on-site part-time work in collaboration with volunteer counters and data entry persons. In addition, the Bookkeeper must work collaboratively with the Treasurer
(an elected officer of the Session who also provides oversight.)

Essential Functions
▪ Execute and manage financial transactions, including those associated with expenses, contributions, pledges, revenue, payroll, accounts payable and reimbursements
▪ Manage the financial planning and reporting systems of the church in collaboration with the

Treasurer and also the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff
▪ Assist with financial planning documents for the annual budgeting process and stewardship campaigns
▪ Communicate effectively and thank contributors about their pledges and contributions
▪ Maintain and keep up-to date financial records and files, and support periodic audits
▪ Serve as a specialist on the church’s financial management systems, including the ACS software, Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook, and all accounting procedures

Other Responsibilities
▪ Participate in church staff meeting and the occasional meeting with the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff
▪ Work collaboratively with the Treasurer (an elected officer of the Session)

Core Competencies

▪ Bookkeeping: basic knowledge of accounting principles, principles of fund accounting, and general accepted accounting practices for non-profit organizations

▪ Teamwork: is able to collaborate with a web of informal, lateral relationships – can work well with others; has effective people-relations skills; is adept at receiving feedback from many different people

▪ Responsibility and Follow-Through: is able to meet deadlines and work within set priorities and organize effective routines to accomplish goals; demonstrated capability to work independently, manage projects and produce reports

▪ Integrity and Trust: character and competence give birth to integrity and trust, and this position must be able to maintain confidentiality in all information related to the church

Minimum Qualifications
▪ Associate Degree in Bookkeeping preferred
▪ 5 years experience with non-for-profit 501(c)3 bookkeeping or church bookkeeping
▪ 3 years general office experience
▪ Demonstrated record of maintaining strict confidentiality
▪ Proven ability to meet due dates
▪ Experience using Microsoft Office and ACS systems

Physical Requirements

▪ Must be able to drive their automobile to make deposits at local financial institutions

Safety and COVID-19

▪ FPC follows all state and local public health guidelines and leans on the side of safety during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Compensation and Benefits

▪ The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and credentialing.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Mask-wearing is encouraged in high transmission periods or known transmissions among staff

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cape Coral, FL 33904: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $20 - $24