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Mary Health of the Sick

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Mary Health of the Sick is a 59-bed nonprofit Catholic Skilled Nursing Facility dedicated to ... Minimum five (5) years of accounting experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) required.

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Bookkeeper

Poway, CA · On-site

$34/hr

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, or equivalent experience. * Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience. * Diocesan experience preferred. * Practicing Catholic preferred. * Ability to ...

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A Catholic Accounting job involves managing financial records, budgets, and compliance for Catholic organizations such as churches, dioceses, schools, or charities. It requires ensuring that financial practices align with both standard accounting principles and Catholic ethical values. Responsibilities often include bookkeeping, payroll, tax reporting, and stewardship of donations. Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and adherence to Church financial guidelines are typically expected.

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To thrive in Catholic accounting, you need strong accounting skills, a knowledge of non-profit financial management, and familiarity with Catholic Church organizational structures, often supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, parish management systems, and knowledge of GAAP for non-profits is typically expected, and CPA certification is often preferred. Integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate respectfully with clergy and staff are key soft skills in this environment. These skills ensure accurate financial stewardship and compliance with both accounting standards and Church-specific requirements.

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Part Time Faculty - Accounting

Loyola Marymount University

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$2.5K/wk

Part-time

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Job description

The Department of Accounting in the College of Business Administration at Loyola Marymount University is seeking part-time lecturers to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation and accounting information systems. Undergraduate classes are 4 units and graduate classes are 3 units. Classes may meet once or twice per week, days or evenings, depending on the course schedule.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have 5 or more years of accounting experience, a relevant graduate degree (MBA, Master's in Accounting, or similar), and hold a CPA license. Prior college teaching experience is preferred.
If interested, please submit a resume and a cover letter describing your accounting experience and teaching experience (if any). Please direct questions to department chair, Rosemary Kim (Rosemary.Kim@lmu.edu).
Minimum salary is $2,517 per unit taught.
Faculty Regular
Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

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