Job Opportunities in the Pacific Southwest District

Bookkeeper
Unitarian Universalist Church of Studio City
The Bookkeeper will be responsible for the following tasks, and other work as requested from time to time.

WEEKLY
Prepare an average of 10 computer checks for signature (office manager distributes the signed checks and files paid bills)
Enter 1 detailed bank deposit (as supplied by treasurer)
Exchange emails with treasurer (and other church members & staff to answer questions)
Maintain financial files
Back up the QuickBooks accounting to a flash drive for the treasurer and to a flash drive for offsite safekeeping

MONTHLY
Reconcile bank account
Prepare financial statements for Board of Trustees (Balance Sheet, Budget v. Actual and other reports as required)

ANNUALLY
Prepare 1099's to vendors
Prepare last year's financial records for archival storage
Prepare file folders for new year

PAYROLL
Prepare monthly direct-deposit paychecks for 5 employees and supply each employee with a detailed paycheck stub
Transmit payroll to Direct Deposit service
Transmit 2 payroll tax payments (Fed & State)
Prepare quarterly government payroll tax reports (Fed & State)
Prepare annual W-2's for employees
Ensure that UUCSC is current and compliant with payroll tax regulations

Working knowledge of accounting programs required for this position:

QuickBooks Pro
QuickBooks Payroll

Approximate time commitment required for this position: 3 hours per week

The Bookkeeper is on contract to the church and as such is an independent contractor. He/She is responsible for her/his own taxes, insurance, and other business-related expenses. He/she is not an employee of the church and is not eligible for any benefits accorded to employees.

The work of the bookkeeper is coordinated by the church treasurer.

Membership Director

Pacific Unitarian Church

Pacific Unitarian Church in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is currently searching for a new quarter time membership director. Please send an email of interest and resume to Rev. John Morehouse, Lead Minister at minister@pacificunitarian.org. Salary commensurate with experience. See this job description: http://www.pacificunitarian.org/pdfs/membershipdirector_positiondescription.pdf


Director of Children’s Religious Program  

Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Mission Viejo, CA

Tapestry, a rapidly growing congregation of approximately 160 members, located in Mission Viejo, CA, has a position available for a part-time Director of Religious Exploration (DRE).  Ideal candidates will have a liberal religious outlook and support instruction in all major world religions and faith systems.  We are looking for someone who can establish healthy, fun, mentoring relationships with children, preschool - 18 years, in a vibrant spiritual community.  The DRE tasks include but are not limited to:

           Work with the Religious Exploration for Children and Youth (RECY) Committee, minister, parents and youth to set and effectively meet program goals, provide program visioning and program planning.

           Provide administrative functions, maintain classrooms and manage supplies.

           Recruit, support and train volunteer teachers from the congregation.

           Coordinate Sunday morning gatherings for a growing program serving an average of 30 youth each Sunday and teach classes as needed.

           Write frequent e-mail updates on the RECY Program and a column in the congregation newsletter.

           Keep informed about district activities in the Pacific Southwest District (PSWD) of the Unitarian Universalist Association and promote UUCSC involvement. 

The DRE position requires an average of 20 hours per week for 50 weeks, including Sunday mornings and some evenings and offers flexible hours. Compensation package includes a retirement benefit and professional development opportunities.  Please email cover letter and résumé to: drehiring@gmail.com.  Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.