Office Manager
About the role
Divine Mercy Church in Belize City is seeking a responsible, organized and trustworthy person to support the administrative, financial and pastoral operations of the parish and its missions. The church seeks a candidate who will serve the parish with integrity, competence, discretion and a sincere spirit of Christian service.
Responsibilities
- Bookkeeping in QuickBooks: reconciliation, collections, deposits, payroll and financial reporting
- Administrative records, correspondence, insurance, licensing and office matters
- Mass intentions, sacramental records and parish communications
- Contact with parishioners, donors, volunteers, diocesan offices and missionaries
- Parish social media and organized digital records
- Support for parish events, fundraisers and mission activities
Requirements
- Five years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or management
- Practical accounting knowledge; Microsoft Office and accounting software, preferably QuickBooks
- Familiarity with and respect for the Catholic Church, her teachings and mission
- Strong organization, attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
- Strong written and verbal communication; able to work independently and with the Priest, councils, staff and volunteers
- Proficiency in modern office technology and AI-powered tools to enhance administrative efficiency, communication, document preparation, research, scheduling and parish operations
- Willingness to join occasional evening meetings and weekend parish events
- A sincere desire to share in the mission of Jesus Christ and to serve the Catholic Church and its parish community
- A spirit of service and the ability to welcome parishioners and visitors with the Peace of Christ