About the role#
The Catholic Campus Ministry at Christopher Newport University is hiring a Student Bookkeeper to support the financial integrity of the parish. This part-time position involves maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with the annual budget. You will work approximately 10 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Maintain and update the parish bookkeeping and accounting system.
- Process accounts payable and receivable, including data entry and posting deposits.
- Prepare checks for timely invoice payment.
- Complete monthly bank account reconciliations.
- Assist with the annual operating budget by collaborating with ministry leads, staff, and the Pastor.
- Use ParishSOFT for financial tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Perform other related accounting and administrative tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current student pursuing a degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Comfort with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and digital recordkeeping tools.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial and personnel information.
- Prior accounting or bookkeeping experience and familiarity with accounting software are preferred.
- Familiarity with Catholic parish operations is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Newport News, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Approximately 10 hours per week.
About Catholic Diocese Of Richmond
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond operates as a religious institution based in Richmond, Virginia. Founded in 1820, the organization manages ministry, education, community services, and fellowship across three-fifths of the state. Its territory spans 36,000 square miles from the Chesapeake Bay to the borders of West Virginia and Kentucky. The diocese employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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