What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Associate position at CROSSPOINT CITY CHURCH?
Objective:
The Finance Associate supports the Finance Department by processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with accuracy, timeliness, and integrity. This role plays a key part in stewarding church resources, supporting ministry teams, and maintaining strong financial controls in a growing church environment. While this position focuses primarily on accounts payable, it also provides support to other finance functions as needed.
Personal Responsibilities:
- Maintain God-ordained priorities in your life by putting Jesus Christ first, your spouse second, your children third, and the ministry fourth.
- Give generously to the vision and mission of Crosspoint City Church.
- Be loyal to the vision and staff of Crosspoint City Church and always protect the church's unity.
- Invest and invite the lost to know Jesus and come to Crosspoint City Church.
- Maintain staff team covenant.
- Adhering to and embodying the qualities and characteristics required of employees, as defined by the Employee Handbook.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable:
- Process vendor invoices, reimbursements, and check requests in accordance with church policies.
- Verify proper documentation, approvals, and coding for all expenses.
- Prepare bi-weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, and credit cards)
- Maintian vendor records, including W-9's, contracts, and contact information.
- Assist with 1099 preparation and annual reporting.
- Respond to vendor and staff inquiries regarding payments and expense status.
Accounts Receivable:
- Assist with weekly offering count process
- Support donor statements and acknowledgements, in accordance with the Finance Director and Vision Engagement Team.
Budget and Reporting:
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes
- Assist in the preparation of reports for Executive Leadership, Staff, and the Stewardship Team
- Assist with the annual budget
Internal Controls and Compliance:
- Follow established financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Maintain confidentiality of financial and donor information
- Assist with audit preparation and provide the requested documentation
- 2 years of experience in an Accounts Payable or related accounting role
- Proficiency in Excel (data entry, basic formulas, sorting/filtering)
- Experience using accounting or AP software (Bill, QuickBooks, or similar)
- Ability to learn and navigate church management and giving platforms (e.g., Planning Center, Stripe, etc.)