Finance Administrator

Memorial United Methodist Church; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial United Methodist Church in Florida seeks a full-time Financial Administrator to safeguard the church's finances, payroll, and affiliated ministries. The role covers budgeting, reporting, benefits administration, compliance, audits, and strategic financial planning.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of finance experience, preferably in nonprofit or church settings, with strong communication and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Required minimum 5 years’ experience in finance, preferably in church/nonprofit.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and payroll.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Familiarity with internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting external audits.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard financial resources and payroll systems.
• Prepare financial reporting and budgeting.
• Oversee payroll and employee benefits administration.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support external audits.
• Provide leadership for accounting and financial planning.

Skills

Finance & Accounting

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Accounting software & spreadsheets

Nonprofit or church finance experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Company Description

Memorial United Methodist Church: Where Christ's #LoveShowsUp through worship, study, connection, and service. Memorial is Florida’s oldest United Methodist congregation, located in historic downtown Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island.

Role Description

The role of the full-time Financial Administrator is safeguarding and stewarding the financial resources and payroll systems of the church and affiliated ministries (like our preschool). Responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, administration, managing employee benefits, regulatory compliance, external audit and financial planning, and providing leadership and oversight for accounting, Dedication to the mission, vision, and core values of Memorial United Methodist Church is important for this role. Required minimum 5 years’ experience, preferably in a church, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Finance and Accounting, including experience with bookkeeping, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Candidates should possess skills in Financial Planning and Analytical Skills to interpret data, forecast needs, and support strategic decision-making.
• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff, leadership teams, and external partners.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with financial software and spreadsheets, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Relevant experience in nonprofit or church finance administration is beneficial, along with an understanding of internal controls and compliance.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience, is preferred.
• Alignment with the church’s mission and values, and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion, is essential