Business Manager

Archdiocese of Omaha; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local parish is seeking a Business Manager to oversee daily financial activities, ensure compliance with policies, and manage budgeting processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and at least three years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of financial principles, and the ability to analyze financial data. The position is full-time and based in Blair, Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of finance, accounting principles, and cash management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily financial activities including accounting and budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and church policies.
• Coordinate and implement internal financial reporting systems.

Skills

Finance knowledge

Communication skills

Budget preparation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field

Job description

St. Francis Borgia Parish (Blair) - Blair

Accounting

Full-Time

Location

Name of Facility: St Francis Borgia
Address
2005 Davis Dr
Blair, Nebraska
68008

Submitted By

Name: Beth Holdridge
Email: [e-mail]

Description

Department: Finance
Reports to: Father Damien Wee

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY

The Business Manager is responsible for executing daily parish accounting and finance related functions. Oversees activities such as budget preparation, human resources administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage daily financial activities of the parish, including accounting, purchasing, and business planning and management.
• Ensure compliance with parish and archdiocesan policies, procedures, state and federal regulations.
• Onboarding of all new hires with review of benefits, payroll, 403b submissions, health care, expense reports.
• Coordinate, design, and implement internal financial reporting systems, financial controls and management information systems in coordination with the financial reporting systems of the archdiocese.
• Develop processes to establish and maintain records for the parish.
• Develop and maintain accurate and timely financial/demographic information.
• Present recommendations for changes and/or improvements, monetary control, and adherence to budgets.
• Manages cash, cash-related receipts, accounts receivable, accounts payable.
• Ensure timely processing of billings, payments, and collection of parish revenue.
• Review and update investments.
• Oversee and reconcile all banking issues.
• Budget/facilitate planning for short-term/long-term financial requirements of the parish.
• Attend Finance Committee meetings as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost control and cash management principles and/or procedures and accounts payable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll procedures.
• Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Ability to implement short- and long-range goals set by parish finance councils.
• Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

Education and Experience

• Background in and/or knowledge of the Catholic Church with a demonstrated commitment to the mission and teachings of the Church required.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field required.
• Three years’ progressive and relevant accounting/financial experience required.

Application Instructions

Please submit your interest and resume to Beth Holdridge at [e-mail]. Call with any questions to 402.426.3823.