Director of Finance

Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Basilica of Saint Mary's of the Immaculate Conception in Norfolk, Virginia seeks a Director of Finance to oversee financial and personnel records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and diocesan regulations. The role, working 35 hours weekly, reports to the Director of Operations and requires in-office presence.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field with 5–10 years of accounting experience, preferably in management, and familiarity with ParishSoft

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5–10 years accounting experience, preferably in a managerial role.
• Experience with ParishSoft Accounting and UKG/Kronos preferred; willing to learn advanced software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain financial and personnel records per federal, state, and diocesan regulations.
• Support by the Director of Operations in facility matters and decision making.
• Maintain an in-office presence and manage weekly hours as schedule allows.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Interpersonal communication

Budgeting

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business or related field

Tools

ParishSoft Accounting

UKG/Kronos

Job description

The Director of Finance oversees and maintains the financial and personnel records for the Basilica in accordance with Federal, State, and Diocesan regulations. Supported by the Director of Operations, the Director contributes to the decision-making process regarding facility matters.

This position is regular, full-time (35 hours a week). The Director is to maintain a presence in the office. The Director's work schedule and weekly hours may be reviewed from time to time.

• The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business or a related field; five to ten years of accounting experience, preferably in a managerial level role.
• Displays a familiarity and experience with computers and cloud-based systems, with a preferred candidate processing experience with ParishSoft Accounting and UKG/Kronos, as well as a willingness to be trained and learn advanced software programs.
• The candidate should possess leadership abilities in planning, administration, management; demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills; exhibit strong organizational skills, including time management, delegation, planning, and budgeting; have an ability to work independently and organize and arrange priorities, completing tasks in a timely manner.
• The ideal candidate displays tolerance and sensitivity, and too, the ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• If not a practicing Roman Catholic, the candidate should be supportive of the mission of the Catholic Church and have familiarity with work and life of a Catholic parish.

The position is available beginning November 16, 2026.

Base pay is $50,050 to $58,258 yearly.

About the Basilica

The Basilica of Saint Mary's of the Immaculate Conception is located in Norfolk, Virginia.

Founded in 1791, the Basilica is the oldest parish community in the Diocese of Richmond and one of the most storied Catholic communities in the United States. On December 8, 1991, the 200th Anniversary of the parish, Saint Pope John Paul II bestowed upon Saint Mary's the designation of Minor Basilica, and the parish holds a singular distinction in the American Catholic Church: the first Basilica in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the only African American Basilica in the United States- a living testament to the faith and perseverance of generations of Black Catholics who have called this community home.

The Basilica welcomes all, and our community includes a diverse demographic of blacks, whites, Filipinos, Hispanics, Africans, and members of our military.

Central to the life of the Basilica is the Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry ministries; for decades, these ministries provide support and assistance for those in need in the community.

Additional information on the Basilica is available by visiting our website at www.bsmic.org.