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GENERAL INTRODUCTION:
The Archbishop, visible principle of unity in his archdiocese, is called to build up the particular Church unceasingly in the communion of all its members, and to ensure that their diverse gifts and ministries, in union with the universal Church, serve to build up all the faithful and to spread the Gospel. (Apostolorum Successores 8). He must take care that all the affairs which belong to the administration of the whole archdiocese are duly coordinated and are ordered to attain more suitably the good of the portion of the people of God entrusted to him.” (Apostolorum Successores 177).
Each position employed in the Chancery (central administrative offices of the Archdiocese) helps to extend the ministry of the Archbishop in particular ways outlined in the position description.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE:
The Accountant provides accounting for the Annual Catholic Appeal, missions fundraising, credit card processing, and investments for the Archdiocesan Central Office, also known as the Corporation of the Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle (“CCAS”). This is an onsite position, with potential for hybrid work by mutual agreement with the supervisor after a suitable training period and consistently demonstrated satisfactory performance.
ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES:
Collaboration: Collaborates with department leadership and members in implementing the mission of the department. This is accomplished by participating in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the department's programs and services. It is also accomplished by timely, professional, and clear written and oral communications.
Donation/Payment Processing: Provides support for all Archdiocesan online platforms for donations and payment processing. Specifically becomes familiar with all campaigns/funds/appeals as they relate to initiatives led by the Development Department. Drives a strong working relationship with the Development Department, serving them by completing for them all initial accounting/reporting set-up for their initiatives (ie. Razor’s Edge set-up to map to accounting), reconciling regularly, and assisting on all-related collections/cash receipts/refund-related tasks and associated accounting.
Mission Funds: Completes monthly reconciliation for mission funds, confirms available disbursement amount, and prepares wire transfers as necessary.
Investments – Endowments & General: Manages the financial reporting and accounting for the CCAS and Fulcrum Foundation Endowment Programs and the CCAS general investment portfolio. This includes:
Reviewing the investment statements and reports received from the various managers and recordkeeping agents to record monthly financial activity such as dividends, capital gains/losses, unrealized gains/losses, and related fees to the general ledger.
Reconciling all statements and reports to the General ledger and resolving discrepancies through communication with the various investment managers and consultants.
Preparing CCAS, as well as supporting team-members to prepare Fulcrum, financial reports monthly for Management and/or Leadership.
Responding to all participant inquiries.
Reviewing the activity in the various investment portfolios and notifying team-members/management of unusual or unexpected changes.
Preparing audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries in this area
Charitable Gift Annuity Program - Manages the financial activity related to the Charitable Gift Annuity Program. This includes:
Recording annuities activity to CCAS General Ledger and reconciling the sub-ledger spreadsheet to the General Ledger.
Reporting on the status of annuity portfolio in relation to statutory reserve requirements and management indicators.
Preparing annual reports for the regulatory agency and responding to external and regulatory audit inquiries.
Reviewing the activity in the Annuity investment portfolio and notifying management of unusual or unexpected changes
Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center (“ABRC”) - Supports the accounting team for the ABRC with electronic applications. Prepares all cash receipts for ABRC based upon desktop deposit reports.
Support to Team:
Provides back up to the GL accountant, including: electronic distribution and generating specialized financial reports, journal entries to the accounting software, and maintaining filing system for the journals.
Supports and backs-up the Accounts Receivable function.
Generates the outstanding check list for the cash account reconciliation.
Supports the administration of the Wells Fargo credit card program, orienting Chancery staff on protocol and use of company issued credit cards.
Assists as needed when other accounting staff are absent or need assistance.
Documents and maintains up-to-date desk procedures covering all responsibilities. Takes the lead in training back-ups and ensuring coverage.
Applies an internal-controls-focused mindset in job performance.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Primary:
Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church by extending the ministry of the Archbishop.
Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church in support of the collaboration between lay and ordained Ministers.
Education:
BA/BS degree in finance or accounting, preferred
Experience:
At least 3 years general accounting work experience;
Proficiency in computers including accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite;
Knowledge and experience with fundraising software, preferred;
Knowledge and experience with query and reporting tools, preferred.
Other Elements:
Excellent organizational skills;
Excellent communications skills – clear, professional, and timely. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in both written and oral English.
Ability to work flexible hours when required; willingness to work overtime in peak season(s) is required.
Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.
Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.
GENERAL INTRODUCTION:
The Archbishop, visible principle of unity in his archdiocese, is called to build up the particular Church unceasingly in the communion of all its members, and to ensure that their diverse gifts and ministries, in union with the universal Church, serve to build up all the faithful and to spread the Gospel. (Apostolorum Successores 8). He must take care that all the affairs which belong to the administration of the whole archdiocese are duly coordinated and are ordered to attain more suitably the good of the portion of the people of God entrusted to him.” (Apostolorum Successores 177).
Each position employed in the Chancery (central administrative offices of the Archdiocese) helps to extend the ministry of the Archbishop in particular ways outlined in the position description.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE:
The Accountant provides accounting for the Annual Catholic Appeal, missions fundraising, credit card processing, and investments for the Archdiocesan Central Office, also known as the Corporation of the Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle (“CCAS”). This is an onsite position, with potential for hybrid work by mutual agreement with the supervisor after a suitable training period and consistently demonstrated satisfactory performance.
ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES:
Collaboration: Collaborates with department leadership and members in implementing the mission of the department. This is accomplished by participating in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the department's programs and services. It is also accomplished by timely, professional, and clear written and oral communications.
Donation/Payment Processing: Provides support for all Archdiocesan online platforms for donations and payment processing. Specifically becomes familiar with all campaigns/funds/appeals as they relate to initiatives led by the Development Department. Drives a strong working relationship with the Development Department, serving them by completing for them all initial accounting/reporting set-up for their initiatives (ie. Razor’s Edge set-up to map to accounting), reconciling regularly, and assisting on all-related collections/cash receipts/refund-related tasks and associated accounting.
Mission Funds: Completes monthly reconciliation for mission funds, confirms available disbursement amount, and prepares wire transfers as necessary.
Investments – Endowments & General: Manages the financial reporting and accounting for the CCAS and Fulcrum Foundation Endowment Programs and the CCAS general investment portfolio. This includes:
Reviewing the investment statements and reports received from the various managers and recordkeeping agents to record monthly financial activity such as dividends, capital gains/losses, unrealized gains/losses, and related fees to the general ledger.
Reconciling all statements and reports to the General ledger and resolving discrepancies through communication with the various investment managers and consultants.
Preparing CCAS, as well as supporting team-members to prepare Fulcrum, financial reports monthly for Management and/or Leadership.
Responding to all participant inquiries.
Reviewing the activity in the various investment portfolios and notifying team-members/management of unusual or unexpected changes.
Preparing audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries in this area
Charitable Gift Annuity Program - Manages the financial activity related to the Charitable Gift Annuity Program. This includes:
Recording annuities activity to CCAS General Ledger and reconciling the sub-ledger spreadsheet to the General Ledger.
Reporting on the status of annuity portfolio in relation to statutory reserve requirements and management indicators.
Preparing annual reports for the regulatory agency and responding to external and regulatory audit inquiries.
Reviewing the activity in the Annuity investment portfolio and notifying management of unusual or unexpected changes
Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center (“ABRC”) - Supports the accounting team for the ABRC with electronic applications. Prepares all cash receipts for ABRC based upon desktop deposit reports.
Support to Team:
Provides back up to the GL accountant, including: electronic distribution and generating specialized financial reports, journal entries to the accounting software, and maintaining filing system for the journals.
Supports and backs-up the Accounts Receivable function.
Generates the outstanding check list for the cash account reconciliation.
Supports the administration of the Wells Fargo credit card program, orienting Chancery staff on protocol and use of company issued credit cards.
Assists as needed when other accounting staff are absent or need assistance.
Documents and maintains up-to-date desk procedures covering all responsibilities. Takes the lead in training back-ups and ensuring coverage.
Applies an internal-controls-focused mindset in job performance.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Primary:
Willingness and ability to support the mission of the Church by extending the ministry of the Archbishop.
Ability and desire to use God-given gifts and talents in service of the local Church in support of the collaboration between lay and ordained Ministers.
Education:
BA/BS degree in finance or accounting, preferred
Experience:
At least 3 years general accounting work experience;
Proficiency in computers including accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite;
Knowledge and experience with fundraising software, preferred;
Knowledge and experience with query and reporting tools, preferred.
Other Elements:
Excellent organizational skills;
Excellent communications skills – clear, professional, and timely. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in both written and oral English.
Ability to work flexible hours when required; willingness to work overtime in peak season(s) is required.
Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.
Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
