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Comptroller

Victory Church
Lakeland, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026

The Comptroller plays a critical leadership role in stewarding the financial health and operational integrity of Victory Church and its related ministries. This person will oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations, and provide accurate financial reporting to church leadership. This role serves at the intersection of finance, ministry stewardship, and operational excellence, helping ensure that the resources entrusted to the church are managed wisely to advance the mission.


A great match for this position would be:

The ideal candidate will bring both technical financial expertise and a heart for ministry.

Qualifications and Characteristics:

  • A growing, vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ
  • Agreement with Victory Church’s Statement of Faith
  • Willingness to actively participate in the life of the church and pursue membership
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and QuickBooks
  • Experience in nonprofit, ministry, or church environments is helpful but not required


Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight:

  • Maintain accurate financial records for Victory Church, Victory Christian Academy (VCA), and the Dream Center
  • Ensure compliance with church financial policies, GAAP standards, and applicable IRS regulations
  • Reconcile bank accounts and ensure the integrity of all financial data

Income Management:

  • Oversee the processing and recording of all contributions, tuition, fees, and other income
  • Manage both physical and remote bank deposits
  • Process and acknowledge non-cash contributions
  • Oversee registrations, leases, rent payments, and other income streams
  • Respond to questions regarding donor giving statements

Expenditure Management:

  • Oversee accounts payable and expense reimbursement processes
  • Manage contractor payments and 1099 reporting

Financial Reporting:

  • Provide regular financial and managerial reports to the CFO
  • Support budget owners with training, financial reporting, and analysis
  • Provide financial reports to outside agencies when needed

Accounting Department Leadership:

  • Lead, train, and support the Counting Team
  • Ensure accounting systems and processes operate efficiently
  • Ensure the department is appropriately resourced for current and future needs

Audit Management:

  • Oversee preparation for the annual audit
  • Serve as the primary liaison with the external audit firm
  • Review draft financials for accuracy and completeness


Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and QuickBooks
  • Experience in nonprofit, ministry, or church environments is helpful but not required

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