Finance Manager (Faith Based Organization)

Finance Manager (Faith Based Organization)  

Homewood, Alabama  

$60,000 - $100,000 

Our client, a well-established and mission-driven organization, is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, payroll administration, contribution processing, employee benefits, reconciliations, compliance reporting, and financial reporting activities. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of all financial and employee-related information while supporting the organization's long-term financial stewardship. 

The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting or finance background, experience managing payroll and financial reporting processes, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage recurring deadlines in a collaborative environment. 

What You'll Do:

• Oversee day-to-day financial administration, including transaction processing, account reconciliations, and financial record maintenance. 

• Process and reconcile contributions, deposits, online giving, ACH transactions, and other revenue sources. 

• Manage bi-weekly payroll processing and maintain accurate employee payroll records. 

• Administer employee benefits programs and coordinate onboarding activities for new hires. 

• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger balances to ensure financial accuracy. 

• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports and supporting documentation. 

• Monitor insurance, benefits, and compliance-related reporting requirements. 

• Support annual audits by preparing financial records, reports, and requested documentation. 

• Coordinate reporting related to payroll, employee benefits, PCI compliance, workers' compensation, and other regulatory requirements. 

• Investigate discrepancies and resolve financial or accounting issues in a timely manner. 

• Collaborate with leadership, staff, vendors, and external service providers on financial matters. 

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding donor, employee, payroll, and financial information. 

What We're Looking For: 

• Experience in accounting, finance, payroll administration, bookkeeping, or a related field. 

• Strong understanding of financial transaction processing, reconciliations, and recordkeeping. 

• Experience processing payroll and managing confidential employee information. 

• Knowledge of financial reporting and general ledger accounting principles. 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines. 

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software systems. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 

• Experience with payroll systems, employee benefits administration, ACH processing, and financial reporting. 

• Familiarity with compliance requirements, including payroll reporting and employee benefits administration. 

• Experience supporting annual audits and financial reporting processes. 

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At our clients' request, only individuals with required experience will be considered. 

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