Part-Time Bookkeeper at General Council on Finance and

About The Role

DescriptionPART-TIME BOOKKEEPER

The Alabama-West Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a Part-time Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial data entry for the Conference office. Responsibilities include accurately entering accounts payable invoices and incoming deposits into Shelby Financials. This position focuses on financial transaction entry, while monthly reconciliation and closing of the books are handled independently by an outside accounting firm. The Bookkeeper will work closely with the Treasurer to maintain documentation, support routine financial processes, and assist with projects as assigned.

Essential Functions:

Enter accounts payable invoices into Shelby Financials
Assign the appropriate account and fund codes to invoices
Process incoming deposits and record them in Shelby Financials
Maintain vendor files and W-9 documentation
Organize and maintain financial records and supporting documentation
Provide routine data entry to support the Treasurer as assigned
Assist with year-end and budget related projects as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
3 years of previous bookkeeping or data entry experience required
Nonprofit or fund accounting experience is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word, required
Strong attention to detail, accuracy and reliability
Familiarity with Shelby Financials preferred, but not required

Work Requirements:

Work on-site at the Conference Office in Montgomery, AL
Regular schedule: Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., averaging 16-20 hours per week.

Closing Date:

11/30/2026

No Staffing Agencies or Recruitment Firms

The Alabama-West Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.