Staff Accountant

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)

Jackson, Mississippi

“First Presbyterian Church exists to glorify God by making disciples in our neighborhood, our communities, and the world”

Job Description for Staff Accountant

OVERVIEW AND MISSION OF FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

First Presbyterian Church of Jackson exists to glorify God by making disciples in our neighborhood, our communities, and the world. In His providence, God has placed us on the corner of North State and Pinehurst Streets, in midtown Jackson. We resolve to be good neighbors and gospel witnesses in the neighborhoods around our church campus. We draw members and visitors from the entire metro-Jackson area. We will continue to make disciples in our city by equipping believers to live for Christ in their homes, their workplaces, and in their neighborhoods across our region. For more information please visit our website, First Presbyterian Church.

JOB SUMMARY

First Presbyterian Church seeks an experienced Staff Accountant to serve First Presbyterian Church (FPC), First Presbyterian Day School (FPDS), and Twin Lakes (TL). The Staff Accountant executes the day-to-day accounting operations for FPC, FPDS, and TL. This role maintains the general ledger, executes the monthly close process, performs reconciliations, and prepares internal financial reports to ensure reliable and timely financial data.  The Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Finance & Administration and serves as a key technical contributor within the finance function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Transaction Processing & General Ledger

• Maintain the general ledger for all ministries.
• Enter and code vendor invoices in accordance with the chart of accounts.
• Record deposits and income transactions accurately and timely.
• Post routine and recurring journal entries.

Month-End Close & Reconciliations

• Execute the monthly close process.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile credit card accounts.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for internal review.

Credit Card & Expense Administration

• Enter and reconcile credit card transactions.
• Ensure transactions are coded appropriately for reporting purposes.

Budget Support

• Prepare departmental budget schedules and analyze historical trends and recurring expenses to support the annual budgeting process.

Audit & Annual Responsibilities

• Provide documentation and schedules to support the annual audit process.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This is a full-time, on-site, year-round position.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The Staff Accountant is offered an annual salary, payable in 26 equal bi-weekly installments.  FPC Jackson provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports their well-being and financial security. Benefits available to eligible full-time staff members include:

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement (after one year of service)

Paid time off 

Opportunities for professional development

A summary of all available benefits will be available once a candidate begins to proceed in the interview process.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

• A committed evangelical Christian with a desire to serve the Lord through faithful stewardship; demonstrates integrity, a heart for ministry, and strong interpersonal skills in supporting the financial health of the organization.
• 5–10+ years of broad, hands-on accounting experience across multiple functions, including general ledger maintenance and execution of month-end close; equivalent experience as a full-charge bookkeeper will be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software; experience with Shelby and Quickbooks Online or similar systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently within an established reporting structure.