What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMPTROLLER position at Kingdom Fellowship A M E Church?
COMPTROLLER
Position Summary
The Comptroller at Kingdom Fellowship A.M.E. Church (KFAME) serves as the strategic financial leader responsible for managing all financial operations, from daily accounting and financial reporting to strategic forecasting and compliance oversight. This critical role encompasses overseeing all financial transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, leading audits, and managing the finance team, all while supporting KFAME’s mission through sound financial stewardship and transparent communication to diverse stakeholders. This role oversees the financial operations of multiple affiliated organizations within the Kingdom Global ecosystem, including Kingdom Fellowship A.M.E. Church and Kingdom Global Community Development Corporation. For more information, visit www.kingdom.global.
Salary Range: $140,000 - $165,000 | Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Essential Functions
1. Financial Management & Reporting
Oversees all financial transactions and reporting to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in support of organizational decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all financial transactions, general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Supervise the production and accuracy of financial documents, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
- Develop, monitor, and analyze annual budgets and cash flow forecasts
- Monitor actual spending versus budgetary allotments and report variances to key executives
- Manage grant financial compliance, reporting, and tracking
- Manage intercompany transactions, cost allocations, and separate financial reporting across affiliated entities
- Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulatory requirements (e.g., IRS Form 990, state filings)
2. Strategic Leadership & Oversight
Provides visionary financial leadership and strategic insights to support organizational growth and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide financial analysis and insights to leadership and the Board of Directors for strategic decision-making
- Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering efficiency and professional development
- Serve as the direct supervisor for managers of the general ledger, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
- Manage audit processes (internal and external) and prepare comprehensive audit documentation
- Recommend and implement improvements to financial systems and processes for operational efficiency
- Devise and implement internal controls to reduce the risk of errors, omissions, and fraud
3. Compliance & Risk Management
Ensures full regulatory compliance and effective risk management practices to safeguard organizational assets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns while remaining informed about tax law changes
- Ensure full compliance with federal and state reporting requirements
- Safeguard organizational assets and ensure financial transparency
- Manage organizational debt and participate in loan negotiations
- Stay current on financial markets and industry trends that impact organizational finances
4. Communication and Mission Stewardship
Maintains effective communication with all stakeholders while exercising faithful stewardship aligned with organizational mission and values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Translate complex financial data for non-finance staff, board members, and ministry partners
- Present financial reports and analysis to diverse audiences with clarity and professionalism
- Communicate regularly with leadership, colleagues, and stakeholders for alignment and support
- Act with integrity, exercising sound judgment and maintaining the highest professional standards
Required Qualifications
Leadership Attributes
- High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to KFAME’s mission
- Strong moral and ethical leadership aligned with Christian values
- Strategic thinker with vision for financial stewardship excellence
- Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to lead organizational change
- Full commitment to KFAME’s vision and mission
Education and Experience
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7-10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience
- Proven experience in nonprofit accounting, ideally with faith-based or community development organizations
- Strong understanding of fund accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting
- Demonstrated project and program management abilities
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to present to diverse audiences
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficiency with accounting software and financial systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred:
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- Experience with multi-entity accounting in a nonprofit or faith-based setting
Benefits Package
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
Position This job description outlines the primary elements of the role. Additional duties may be assigned in line with the position’s general nature and organizational needs. Kingdom Fellowship A.M.E. Church is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $140,000 - $165,000