St. Philip’s Episcopal Church is a historic and welcoming congregation in downtown Indianapolis. Our

mission priorities are 1) to celebrate and honor the legacy of our historic Indiana Avenue neighborhood,

and 2) to serve college students and young adults who are our neighbors today. We are committed to

faithful stewardship of our resources and transparent financial practices that support our mission and

ministries.

Position Summary:

St. Philip’s seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to serve as an independent

contractor, working approximately 10 hours per month. The Bookkeeper will collaborate with the

Treasurer, clergy, and Vestry to ensure the church’s financial operations are accurate, timely, and

well-documented. Most work may be done remotely, with occasional in-person meetings as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

● Accounts Payable: Process approximately 10 transactions per month.

● Accounts Receivable: Record contributions, manage deposits, and prepare quarterly and

annual contribution statements.

● Payroll: Administer payroll in a timely and accurate manner.

● Financial Reporting: Work with the Treasurer to prepare regular reports for clergy and Vestry.

● Recordkeeping: Maintain organized and accurate financial records.

● Collaboration: Communicate effectively with staff and lay leaders regarding financial matters.

Preferred Qualifications:

● Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience (nonprofit or church experience preferred).

● Familiarity with Realm church management software (preferred but not required).

● Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and integrity.

● Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

● Proficiency with accounting software and basic office tools.

Compensation:

This is an independent contractor position with compensation commensurate with experience. Hours

are estimated at approximately 10 per month, with scheduling flexible. Additional hours likely required

during onboarding.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter to the Rev. Peter W. Gray, interim rector,

at revpeterwgray@gmail.com. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain

open until filled.