What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Assistant position at First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge?
Company Overview
First United Methodist Church is a vibrant congregation of members dedicated to community service and spiritual growth. With a robust annual budget of $1.5 million, we strive to create a supportive environment that fosters growth and outreach.
Summary
We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our team and assist in A/R, A/P, payroll processing, and other financial operations enabling us to better serve our congregation and community.
Responsibilities
This position serves as assistant to the Director of Business and Finance for the routine responsibilities of the office, including:
- Maintains confidentiality in all financial, member, church and staffing matters.
- Prepares weekly reports for the offerings and contributions given for newsletter.
- Processes contributions and other deposits.
- Prepares and mails contribution statements for all contributors – electronic and hard copy.
- Provides office clerical support including phones, organizational, and filing maintenance.
- Processes payables in a timely and accurate manner – invoices entries into church accounting/management software, prepares and processes payments: e.g., mailing checks and/or making online or Automated Clearing House payments (ACH).
- Performs monthly reconciliation and payment of credit and other internal charge accounts.
- Prepares and updates procedural documentation for the office.
- Performs management of memorial garden documentation.
- Assists in printing and distribution of quarterly and annual contribution statements for all donors.
Qualifications
- Accounting degree and/or relevant experience.
- Proficient use of computer, word processing, and accounting software. (preferably A.C.S.)
- Able to collaborate well with other staff, church members, and volunteers.
- Able to organize and schedule work with a minimum of supervision.
Additional Duties as needed
- Assists in processing payroll – data entry, mailing checks/stubs, uploading ACH.
- Helps file payroll taxes, quarterly 941 payroll tax filing to IRS.
- Assists in maintaining Human Resources documentation.
Additional information:
- This staff member reports to the Director of Business & Finance.
- The regular work week is Monday through Thursday, with the understanding that each staff member will fulfill their commitments and communicate their schedule to his/her supervisor.
- Part-Time/Non-Exempt-Administrative Support. Works up to 32 hours per week. Candidates should be available for flexible hours, including occasional extended or adjusted shifts during peak periods.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and 3 references to Rev. Clair Sauer, Co-Lead Pastor (csauer@fumcor.org).
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18