What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Christ Community Chapel?
Description
Position Description: The Finance Manager plays a crucial role in supporting financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, budget management, compliance, and stewardship of church resources. This position supports the Finance Director in financial planning, analysis, and internal controls to maintain fiscal integrity and accountability within Christ Community Chapel (CCC). This is a part-time position and reports to the Finance Director.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing and maintaining financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
- Monitor cash flow and ensure timely processing of financial transactions.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records.
- Assist in preparing financial reports for the Finance Director.
- Ensure financial records comply with church policies and accounting principles.
- Assist in managing contributions, tithes, and designated fund tracking.
- Work with the Finance Director to maintain internal financial controls and best practices.
- Support the preparation of reports for tax filings and audits.
- Review and process expense reimbursements and invoices.
- Work with ministry leaders to ensure proper expense tracking and budget adherence.
- Partner with ministry leaders to provide financial guidance and budget assistance.
- Coordinate with external auditors, accountants, and vendors as needed.
- Work with the Finance Director to develop and refine financial policies and procedures.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- A dynamic and growing relationship with Jesus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3 years’ experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a non-profit or church is preferred.
- Advance knowledge in accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and compliance.
- Ability to manage multiple financial tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and integrity.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with staff, leadership, and external partners.
- Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights for decision-making.
- Committed to the mission and vision of Christ Community Chapel.