What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Manager position at Catholic Diocese of Venice?
Job Title: Business Manager, Full-time
Reports to: Pastor
Location: St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church | Sarasota, FL
Classification: Salaried/Exempt
Overview:
The Parish Business Manager is an administrator in support of the Pastor’s/Administrator’s responsibilities to the parish. This position is a steward of the financial and personnel resources of the parish.
Financial
- Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
- Prepares, administers and reviews budget process for Parish which is subject to review and/or approval by the Parish Finance Council, as required.
- Analyze and make recommendations pertaining to all financial decisions and questions facing the Parish
- Acts as liaison between the parish and the diocese in financial matters and human resources issues
- Maximizes cash management resources.
- Coordinates and reviews parish organizations and ministry funds.
- Oversees bookkeeping services as A/R. A/P, GL, Collections and Timekeeping etc.
- Oversees audits as required by DOV policies & procedures
Administrative
- Manage the operations and all staff at the Parish.
- Staff planning and development, including candidate selection and interviewing.
- Provides professional support to parish staff.
- Oversee scheduling & documentation for events on campus
- Oversee safe environment for parish
- Ensure security & emergency preparedness procedures as outlined by DOV
- Coordinates parish liability and property insurance, worker’s compensation with the diocese general insurance program.
- Consults with and advises Pastor/Administrator on business and administrative matters that affect the parish.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
- 3-5 year’s experience in a similar position.
- Critical thinker, ability to provide analytical approach to managing the facility
- Ability to manage indirect and direct reports through strong leadership skills
- Experience with an automated payroll/timekeeping system.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (word, power point, excel).
- Must pass accounting and competency test provided by the DOV
We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental, short and long-term disability, Paid Time Off and 15 paid holidays in a calendar year.