CFO - Conference Treasurer / Director of Administration

Conference Treasurer / Director of Administration

The Alabama-West Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a Conference Treasurer/Director of Administration to serve as the chief financial officer and primary advisor on all fiscal and administrative matters of the Annual Conference. Reporting to the Council on Finance and Administration (CFA), this position ensures sound financial management and faithful application of accounting principles in accordance with the Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church. The Treasurer also serves as Conference Pension Officer, Statistician, and Director of Health Insurance, providing strategic leadership to support the mission and ministries of the Conference.

Essential Functions:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Conference Fiscal Office, including accounting staff and the Benefits Coordinator.
• Recommend and oversee implementation of financial policies adopted by the CFA and Conference boards and agencies.
• Oversee all Conference financial operations, including receipt and disbursement of church remittances and apportionments, fund accounting, cash management, investments, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, payroll review, and financial controls.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting to the Bishop, District Superintendents, CFA, GCFA, and other appropriate bodies.
• Lead development and oversight of the Annual Conference budget and administer accounts for all Conference boards and agencies.
• Represent the Annual Conference on financial matters, interpreting budgets and financial data for churches and Conference leadership.
• Serve as Conference Pension Officer and Director of Health Insurance, collaborating with the Board of Pension & Health Benefits on administration and strategic planning.
• Work with the Board of Trustees to oversee management of Conference property, including the Conference Resource Center.
• Direct preparation and review of the annual Local Church Report and all required statistical reporting to the Annual Conference, Journal Editor, GCFA, districts, and Conference agencies.
• Provide financial services and advisory support to Conference ministry offices, district offices, and local churches, including guidance on budgeting, apportionments, financial management, taxation, property, personnel, and benefits.
• Provide counsel and training to local church business administrators, treasurers, financial secretaries, and finance committees to promote standardized financial recording and reporting practices.
• Serve ex-officio on designated Conference boards and committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive supervisory experience in accounting, finance, or business management; nonprofit experience preferred.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing, analyzing, and overseeing large-scale budgets and financial operations required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Excel and Word) and accounting software systems required.
• Demonstrated understanding of the polity and structure of The United Methodist Church required; active membership preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse constituencies.

Work Requirements:

• Hybrid schedule with 3-4 days per week in the office; remote work on Fridays
• Occasional travel required for meetings, conferences, and trainings

Closing Date:

Open till Filled

No Staffing Agencies or Recruitment Firms

The Alabama-West Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.