Parish Accounting Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onWest Kennedy Street, Barrio Viejo, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85701, United States
About the Diocese and Mission
The Diocese of Tucson operates as a Roman Catholic religious organization dedicated to the Gospel mission. As a ministry of the Church, the Diocese expects all employees to live in a manner worthy of their calling, embodying Catholic teachings in both professional conduct and personal life. The Fiscal Department is committed to stewardship, integrity, and the transparent management of resources to support the Diocese's pastoral and educational ministries.
About the Role
The Parish Accounting Manager serves as the operational leader of the Diocese's centralized parish accounting function. Reporting to the Controller and CFO, this role is pivotal in supporting the continued growth and expansion of financial services across the Diocese's parishes and schools. The position functions as both a supervisor and a hands-on accounting professional, bridging the gap between high-level financial strategy and the day-to-day bookkeeping needs of local ministries.
In this capacity, you will oversee a portfolio of parish and school accounting responsibilities while managing the broader team's workload, accuracy, and performance. You will ensure that all financial operations align with USCCB guidelines and diocesan policies, acting as the primary escalation point for complex accounting issues. The role requires a unique blend of technical accounting expertise and a deep commitment to the Catholic faith, as you will guide parish leadership with financial insight while modeling Gospel values through your work.
Hiring and Interview Process
Candidates selected for this position must demonstrate a working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of the Diocese and the Catholic Church. The selection process includes:
- Application Review: Assessment of qualifications and alignment with the Diocese's mission.
- Diocese of Tucson Bookkeeping Test: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in accounting procedures.
- Background Checks: Successful completion of criminal history and credit history checks is mandatory.
- Interview: Discussion of experience, technical skills, and faith commitment.
Equal Opportunity and Employment Covenants
The Diocese of Tucson is an equal opportunity employer. However, as a religious organization, all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and Arizona state law. The Diocese maintains a "Zero Tolerance Policy" regarding the abuse of minors; no person will be assigned or retained in any role if determined to have engaged in such abuse or violated appropriate boundaries with minors.
