Jr Accountant/Bookkeeper

Cornerstone Chapel

Job Description/Specification

Jr Accountant/Bookkeeper

07/10/2025

Job Summary

The Jr Accountant/Bookkeeper will have an excellent knowledge and understanding of accounting principles. They will demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit while interacting with staff and congregants. They will have a teachable spirit and protect the confidential financial integrity of the Church. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.

Performance Dimensions and Tasks

Accounting Support

• Process and record payments and deposits


• Reconcile bank accounts


• Record entries to proper accounts


• Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.


• Prepare adjusting journal entries.


• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities


• Provide recommendations regarding daily operating procedures to identify improvements in workflow and/or reporting procedures

• Support the development and analysis of budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs


• Support the preparation, examination, and analysis of accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
  


• Resolve congregant questions pertaining to contributions


• Ensure daily operations and monthly reporting comply with U.S. GAAP

Job Specifications

• Age: Minimum age of 18 required; Minimum age of 21 preferred.


• Education: Bachelor of science in Accounting required; CPA preferred

• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in an Accounting role required


• Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Suite; Knowledge of QuickBooks Online; Knowledge of SAP Concur systems


• Skills/Abilities : Interpersonal; Communication; Problem-solving abilities; Detail-oriented; Organized


• Other Characteristics: Patient; Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job; Teachable spirit; Completes tasks in a timely manner

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Job Context: Seated desk work

Job Status: Full-time or Part-time, exempt

If you have questions about this position, please contact Elizabeth Gordon, Director of HR.

[email protected]

Thank you