What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Church of the Gesu?
Job Summary
The Finance Manager is a critical member of the Parish staff and will be responsible for overseeing the finances of the Parish and School. He/she is responsible for maintaining the organization’s financial and accounting records within the Parish accounting systems and for providing timely and accurate reporting. This person will work closely with all departments within the School and Parish, including the Pastor, Principal, Chief Operating Officer, the Development team and other functional leaders.
General Financial Management
- Provide cash accounting and other related duties for the organization
- Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit/loss statements
- Manage the payroll, accounts payable, and cash deposit processes
- Provide support for tuition and financial aid related activities
- Advise the Pastor and Senior Leadership on financial matters that affect the school and parish.
- Facilitate the preparation for and attend Finance, Endowment and Investment Committee meetings
- Maintain and monitor financial controls
Organizational Collaboration
- Prepare, monitor and review the annual budget with the assistance of Gesu’s accounting firm and Senior Staff
- Collaborate with colleagues on compliance and reporting-related tasks
- Work closely with the following individuals:
- The Chief Operating Officer, on the financing of capital projects and coordinating finances for special events
- The School Leadership Team, to develop communication processes with families regarding financial matters and to establish billing procedures for school programming
- The Development Team on fundraising endeavors, including Gesu Sunday Offering, Capital Campaign and the School’s Annual Giving Program
- Other team leads
Qualifications
- Active member of the Roman Catholic Church faith community or a willingness to function in a manner consistent with the mission of the Catholic Church. Should possess a working knowledge of the Catholic faith.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent computer skills, with experience in Microsoft Office, Google Suite and QuickBooks. Experience working with the Digital Academy and Paycor systems is a plus.
- Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and well-developed critical thinking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Prefer knowledge of fundraising and long range planning techniques.
- Must be able to prioritize and be flexible.
- Must be able to use considerable independent judgment.
Education, training and/or experience
- At least 5 years work experience in bookkeeping and finance management.
- Notary Public a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,000 - $65,000