Diocese of Laredo
Job Announcement

Posting Date: February 05, 2025 Application Deadline: Until Filled

Position: Secretary/Bookkeeper FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalency with some college courses in bookkeeping and/or
accounting, preferred. Strong command of QuickBooks. Knowledge of financial and accounting system.
Experience in payroll procedures and preparing reports. Two years of work experience in bookkeeping or
accounting. Experience in secretarial work, with knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office.

Start Date: Immediate Location: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church - Zapata

Position Status: Full-Time (30 hours per week) Work Schedule: Mon-Fri., and as needed

Position Summary:
The bookkeeping duties include utilizing QuickBooks as the approved computerized record keeping system,
preparing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, processing of payroll liabilities, preparing reports and
reporting financial records to the Pastor and the diocese as necessary. Perform secretarial duties to include
answering phone, greeting visitors and keeping records. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Process payroll according to published schedule.
Maintains QuickBooks and ensures effectiveness of information.
Performs monthly reconciliations.
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable on a timely basis.
Prepares 941 reports and submits reports to IRS on a timely basis.

Ensures that payroll liabilities are processed and paid timely.
Maintains accurate records of employee leave balances.
Assists with parish audits.
Prepare parochial collections/deposits.
Assist in the preparation and reporting of the annual budget.
Process time sheets and employee requests for leave.
Perform general secretarial duties.
Other essential duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements- Skills, Certifications, and Licenses

Maintain a valid Texas Driver License and evidence of state required vehicle insurance.

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both in written form and orally in Spanish and English.

Ability to operate business office equipment and perform multiple assignments.

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For Employment Application, visit www.dioceseoflaredo.org

For additional information, please contact:
Office of Human Resources

Diocese of Laredo
1901 Corpus Christi St. * Laredo, Texas-78043

(956) 764-7867

Benefits include shared cost medical and dental, plus retirement and life insurance, upon completion of eligibility period. Paid vacation
leave, personal days and sick leave, upon completion of eligibility period. Paid Holidays and Holy Days, as designated by employer.
Unique opportunities to participate in staff spiritual retreats, Catholic Mass and prayer. Join a team of individuals dedicated to
providing service in a faith-filled work environment that promotes faithfulness, respect, joy and unity. Apply today.

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