JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:		Bookkeeper

Supervision:	Senior Pastor and Business Management Committee

Position Purpose: To keep the financial and statistical records of the congregation

Responsibilities:	In conjunction with and by the direction of the Treasurer of the congregation and Business Management Committee:

1.	Do bookkeeping and maintain financial records of the congregation and preschool
2.	Pay congregational obligations and staff salaries in a timely manner
3.	Perform the counting of all offerings and revenue
4.	Record membership contributions
5.	Prepare quarterly contribution statements
6.	Record annual pledges
7.	Assist Business Management Committee with preparation of church budget
8.	Assist with the preparation of the financial portion of the Annual Report of the congregation and the annual synodical "Congregational Report"
9.	Provide financial reports to the Congregation Council and committees as requested
10.	Meet monthly with the Business Management Committee
11.	Meet monthly with the accountant
12.	Support stewardship efforts and attend related Stewardship Committee meetings
13.	Order all supplies, equipment, curriculum, etc. for the church
14.	Prepare price/service comparisons for church business purchases and contracts
15.	Maintain church membership database:
a.	Change of address
b.	New members, transfers, births, deaths, etc.
c.	Access membership lists for mailing
d.	Update information to send to envelope mailing company
e.	Maintain membership profiles, Communion records and Time and Talent information
f.	Provide information for church directory on an annual basis

Working Conditions:
	Hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday (one hour lunch)
	One evening per month to meet with the Business Management Committee
	Occasional special meetings of the Business Management Committee
	Occasional special meetings of the Stewardship Committee
	Need access to auto for errands (accountant, bank, etc.)
	Attend weekly staff meetings

Qualifications:
	Strong human relations and effective communication skills
	Experience and knowledge in bookkeeping, payroll, and office management
	Two year Associate Degree or equivalent desirable
	Experience with Windows-based accounting programs
	Ability to work with others on a multiple staff
	Committed to maintaining confidentiality

Submitted by First Lutheran Church, Eau Claire, Wisconsin