About the Role

First Presbyterian Church of Jackson is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the financial operations of the church and its ministries—First Presbyterian Day School (FPDS) and Twin Lakes Camp & Conference Center (TL). This role is key to maintaining accurate payroll and benefits records, and assisting in general accounting functions that support the Gospel ministry through operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Process payroll across all ministries on designated payroll cycles
• Monitor employee benefits enrollment, changes, and compliance
• Ensure payroll data accuracy, including tax withholdings and direct deposit verification
• Reconcile payroll-related transactions and deductions
• Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries
• Track PTO balances and reporting

Accounting & Financial Transactions

• Process journal entries, vendor payments, and check disbursements
• Ensure payroll taxes are accurately calculated, remitted, and reported
• Conduct audits of payroll data and reconcile discrepancies
• Reconcile retirement contributions and match benefits invoices with deductions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience (e.g., 5+ years in payroll/accounting with demonstrated technical proficiency)
• At least 3 years of experience in payroll processing and general accounting
• Familiarity with payroll systems
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with Shelby financial software is a plus
• Understanding of nonprofit or ministry environments preferred

Summary

This role offers an opportunity to use your accounting expertise in a purpose-driven environment. You will contribute to the financial health of the church and its ministries through diligent payroll and accounting work. If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to serve in a Christ-centered organization, we invite you to apply.