Accountant

Salary

$58,500.00 - $62,000.00 Annually

Location

Collegeville, MN

Job Type

Exempt, Administrative Staff, Full Time

Job Number

202500021

Department

Finance - Liturgical Press

Opening Date

12/18/2025

Description

Benefits

Position Summary

Liturgical Press invites applications for the full-time, benefit eligible position of Accountant.

Liturgical Press is internationally known as a Catholic and ecumenical publisher in prayer and spirituality, Scripture, liturgy, theology, and monastic life. Founded in 1926, the Liturgical Press is the publishing house of Saint John's Abbey, a Benedictine community located within the 3,000 acres of woods and lakes on the campus of Saint John's University in central Minnesota.

To learn more about Liturgical Press, please visit: Lit Press (https://litpress.org/)

The accountant position plays a critical role in the financial operations of Liturgical Press, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of royalty payments to authors, licensors, and rights holders. This role involves meticulous contract analysis, data management, process improvement initiatives, and close collaboration with the Director of Finance and cross-functional teams to uphold the financial health and mission of the Press.

The Order of Saint Benedict offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information).

The posted wage represents OSB's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Responsibilities

Royalty Contract Review: Review complex author and licensor contracts to determine accurate royalty rates, terms, and reporting requirements for all royalty relevant products.

Royalty Calculation & Processing: Collect and analyze sales data from various distribution channels, accurately calculating royalties owed and preparing related journal entries for the general ledger.

Royalty Reconciliation: Conduct thorough reconciliations of advance royalties, accrued royalties, and subventions against earned royalties to ensure accuracy.

Royalty Statement & Reporting: Prepare and distribute timely and transparent royalty statements to authors and rights holders. Serve as the primary contact for all royalty inquiries, resolving discrepancies with professionalism and clarity.

Compliance: Ensure all royalty calculations and payments comply with contractual obligations, GAAP, and internal controls.

Process Efficiency: Work collaboratively with the business office and other departments to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and system enhancements (e.g., automation tools) to increase efficiency and accuracy in payment cycles.

Accounts Payable Review: Review accounts payable coding for accuracy and compliance with internal controls, escalating issues to the Director of Finance as needed.

Financial Reporting Assistance: Assist the Director of Finance with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparing reconciliations, supporting schedules for audits, and various financial analyses or reports as needed.

Qualifications

Education:

A two-year accounting degree or equivalent post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance is required.

Desired Qualifications:

A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a publishing or intellectual property-driven environment. Experience related to royalty accounting or contract analysis is highly valued.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Technical Proficiency:Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and experience with ERP systems and/or specialized royalty accounting software.

Process Improvement Mindset: A strong focus on efficiency, proactively identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce duplicate data entry, and collaborate closely with the business office to implement enhancements.

Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both internal staff and external stakeholders.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Sitting for prolonged periods of time. Extensive use of computers and keyboard. Occasional walking and lifting may be required.

ADDITIONAL REQUISITES: (In addition to the qualifications noted on the job description, all employees are expected to abide by the following expectations):

Project an image of service which represents the Order of Saint Benedict and its corporate divisions.

Actively cooperate with the character and mission of the Order of Saint Benedict and its corporate divisions.

A willingness to maintain a high level of competence. Discreet judgment and confidentiality are expected of all employees, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality of the Liturgical Press's operations and related business matters.

Help create and foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

The personal safety and health of each employee is of primary importance in our operation. Each employee has the responsibility to prevent accidents and injuries. The Order of Saint Benedict and its employees have the responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and departmental regulations related to safety and health.

To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply". Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the OSB hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-2874.

It is the policy of OSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Order of Saint Benedict is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Order of Saint Benedict (conducting Saint John's Abbey, Saint John's Preparatory School, Liturgical Press, HMML, and Collegeville Institute) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the benefits offered to employees.

HEALTH INSURANCE

Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following their date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. Both the employee and the Order share in the cost for this benefit. The plan also uses a Preferred Provider Organization Network; you receive discounts when utilizing health care providers in the network. Care received outside of the network is covered, but at a higher cost to the employee and the institution.

DENTAL INSURANCE

Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following their date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. Both the employee and the Order share in the cost for this benefit. The plan also uses a Preferred Provider Organization Network; you receive discounts when utilizing providers in the network. Care received outside of the network is covered, but at a higher cost to the employee and the institution.

VISION PLAN

This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.

LIFE INSURANCE

The Order provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance becomes effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary as follows:

Salary Life Insurance

$0- $20,000 $50,000

$20,001 - $37,500 $75,000

$37,501 - $50,000 $90,000

$50,001 - $66,666 $100,000

$66,667+ 1.5x salary up to a

maximum benefit of $400,000

You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.

Employer provided life insurance in excess of $50,000 is subject to imputed tax (a tax on the value of the premium).

VACATION

Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours. Employees working 100% time receive the following:

Vacation days per year Years employed

16 days 0-10 years

20 days 11+ years

HOLIDAY PAY

Employees receive paid holidays. The Order recognizes ten official holidays during the calendar year: New Years' Eve Day, New Years' Eve, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Leased employees may receive additional holidays.

SICK LEAVE

Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE. Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

After one year of benefit eligible employment, the Order provides coverage in the event of an illness or injury which prevents you from working. This plan provides a benefit which equals 60% of your basic monthly earnings to a maximum monthly benefit of $15,000. This benefit will be payable for the benefit duration, provided the employee is unable to perform the usual and customary duties of his/her occupation. For specific details, please refer to plan booklet.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS / HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

These plans allow employees to set aside a portion of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.

TUITION ASSISTANCE - PREP SCHOOL

The tuition assistance plan is an educational grant provided by the Order to a qualified child of a full time employee towards meeting the tuition costs at Saint John's Preparatory School. The dependent must meet the eligibility criteria in order to receive this benefit. Leased employees are not eligible for this benefit.

TUITION REMISSION - EMPLOYEE

Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by the Order to full-time employees. A full-time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free education benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. The payment of special fees is the responsibility of the employee. Full-time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer; up to a maximum of 2 courses per year. Leased employees are not eligible for this benefit.

PARENTAL LEAVE

A three week (15 days) paid leave will be granted to eligible employees due to the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program (Vital Work Life) is currently a free counseling resource available to all employees and immediate family members. EAP counselors can help you identify problems and concerns regarding family, marriage, emotions, alcohol or drugs, financial difficulties, legal issues and job stress. All contacts between you, your family, and the EAP are provided as a benefit from the Order and are kept strictly confidential.

RETIREMENT PROGRAM

The Order provides two 403(b) retirement plans: A Defined Contribution Plan and a Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan. These plans are administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following date of hire, unless the employee elects to opt-out.

Employee OSB

Year Contribution Contribution

1 3% 1%

2 3% 3%

3 3% 5%

4 3% 7%

5 3% 9%

Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

Full-time and part-time benefit eligible employees may voluntarily elect to contribute to the Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan. A Roth option is also available.

AFLAC SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE

This voluntary plan offers an additional level of financial protection for you and your family in the event of a serious accident or illness.

Benefits subject to change annually Revised July 2025

Employer

Order of Saint Benedict (MN)

Address

2900 Abbey Plaza

Box 2400

Collegeville, Minnesota, 56321

Phone

320-363-2874

Website

https://www.csbsju.edu/

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