Business Manager/Accountant

Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church; Bradenton, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Parish Business Manager to support the Pastor and oversee the parish’s financial operations within the Diocese of Venice. The role includes budgeting, financial reporting, HR liaison, and insurance coordination.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in a similar role, strong leadership, confidentiality, and proficiency in QuickBooks/Sage with payroll systems, supporting a large active parish and staff.

Qualifications

• AA or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business Administration, required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• In-depth knowledge of QuickBooks and/or Sage.
• Experience with an automated payroll/timekeeping system.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage direct and indirect reports.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understand confidentiality and data protection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to multitask and work independently.
• Must pass standardized testing by DOV.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
• Prepares, administers, and reviews budget process for Parish which is subject to review and/or approval by the Parish Finance Council.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations on financial decisions facing the Parish.
• Acts as liaison between the parish and the diocese in financial matters and HR issues.
• Coordinates and reviews parish organizations and ministry funds.
• Oversees bookkeeping services (A/R, A/P, GL, Collections, Timekeeping).
• Oversees Maintenance, IT, Communications and Hospitality; reviews staff needs and provides support.
• Coordinates liability and property insurance, workers’ compensation with the Diocese program.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

AA or Bachelor's degree in accounting or business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Payroll system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Parish Business Manager is an administrator in support of the Pastor’s responsibilities to the parish and is a responsible for the overall operation of a large and very active Parish within the Diocese of Venice in Florida.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
• Prepares, administers, and reviews budget process for Parish which is subject to review and/or approval by the Parish Finance Council, as required.
• Analyzes and make recommendations pertaining to all financial decisions and questions facing the Parish.
• Acts as liaison between the parish and the diocese in financial matters and human resources issues.
• Coordinates and reviews parish organizations and ministry funds.
• Oversees bookkeeping services as A/R, A/P, GL, Collections, and Timekeeping etc.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Administrative

• Oversees Maintenance, Ministries, IT, Communications and Hospitality.
• Reviews parish staff needs and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Provides professional support to parish staff.
• Oversees the management of the parish records.
• Coordinates parish liability and property insurance, worker’s compensation with the Diocese general insurance program.
• Consults with and advises Pastor on business and administrative matters that affect the parish.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• AA or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business Administration, required.
• Critical thinker, ability to provide analytical approach to managing the facility.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Ability to manage indirect and direct reports through strong leadership skills.
• In depth knowledge of QuickBooks and/or Sage.
• Experience with an automated payroll/timekeeping system.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to handle multi-task simultaneously and work independently.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (word, power point, excel).
• Must pass standardized testing by DOV.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, short- and long-term disability and life insurances in addition to a generous time off policy which includes 16 paid holidays each calendar year.