Accountant

Job Description

Description:
Position: Full-Time Accountant (Church & School)

Location: St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church & School, Murfreesboro, TN

Reports to: Business Manager
Saint Rose of Lima Church and School are looking for a mission-driven, experienced accountant who enjoys bringing clarity and confidence to financial operations. This role is central to stewardship: you will own day-to-day accounting, keep close and reconciliations on track, and provide leadership with timely, reliable reporting.

Why this role matters: You will strengthen internal controls, improve audit readiness, and support both parish and school leaders with accurate and timely financial information.

Key Benefits
• Make a direct impact on stewardship and the mission of Saint Rose of Liam Church and School.
• Own meaningful work with clear priorities (close, reconciliations, reporting, and controls).
• Partner closely with parish and school leadership in a trusted, visible role.
• Receive benefits consistent with the Diocese of Nashville benefits program, including health, dental, life and long-term disability coverage; retirement benefits (403(b) with employer match and Lay Pension plan); and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and paid time off per policy.

Primary Responsibilities
• Own day-to-day accounting and documentation in Sage Intacct.
• Drive month-end close, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Produce monthly financial reports for leadership and document review.
• Execute key internal controls and maintain audit-ready evidence.
Requirements:
Job Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• 5+ years of accounting experience with strong month-end close and reconciliation skills.
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Paylocity, PushPay, and/or FACTS preferred; nonprofit/church/school experience is a plus.

Preferred
• CPA or equivalent credential
• Experience in non-profit, church, and/or school environment, including receivables and restricted/activity funds.

Status: Full-time Schedule: M-F, 8:00am to 5:00pm Pay: Commensurate with experience

To Apply: Please go to www.saintrose.org/employment and click on View Open Positions

St. Rose applicants must support the mission of the Catholic Church and comply with diocesan Safe Environment requirements, including background checks.

Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/rzK2VGU7AJmmqH16rUOD4R

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About the Employer

Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Saint Rose is a vibrant Catholic parish with over 3,300 registered families and a great preschool and school, thus serving the spiritual growth of people of all ages. Our purpose is to know, love, and serve the Lord Jesus Christ, and to proclaim his love to the world.