Accountant II

Accountant II – Part time 20‑40 hours per week

Work where your faith is! More than 500,000 people see a positive difference in their lives every day through the ministries of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. The Mary Mother of the Church Pastoral Center, located in St. Francis, WI, is the main office for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. The archdiocese covers 10 counties in Southeast Wisconsin and includes almost 200 parishes and over 100 Catholic schools.

The accountant II is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other monthly general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, bank statement reconciliations, invoicing, financial reports, fund balancing, reporting and budgeting. The accountant II is responsible to follow financial and operational objectives which support the mission and strategies of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.

• Perform monthly accounting activities such as record contributions and bank activities, positive pay, and stop payments
• Collect W‑9 forms for vendors as needed and prepare 1099s annually
• Track activities of fund accounts
• Prepare fixed asset entries
• Process payroll
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and analysis
• Prepare account reconciliations for Balance Sheet accounts
• Prepare financial reports
• Keep abreast of technical developments in areas of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Lead and implement opportunities for efficiency and improvement

• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices, ability to communicate clearly and effectively and relate to others
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and handle highly confidential material
• Ability to set priorities and be flexible in the management of priorities

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required
• Minimum of 2‑4 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite with advanced working knowledge of Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills required
• Knowledge of the Catholic church and not for profit accounting preferred

• The employee in this position works in a normal office environment
• Occasional travel within the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. A valid driver’s license is required
• Occasionally move or lift objects up to ten pounds
• Occasional weekend and evening work is required

This is a part time position 20‑40 hours a week working in‑person at the Archdiocese of Milwaukee Pastoral Center. The Archdiocese of Milwaukee offers a full scope of employment benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flextime. Catholic school tuition assistance for children of employees, 403(b), and a pension program. Infrequent weekend and evening meetings and some travel to parishes throughout the archdiocese is required.

Mileage reimbursement is available.