Finance Administrator – Charleston, SC

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable United Methodist Church is seeking a Finance Administrator to manage its financial operations, including budget oversight and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a background in accounting or finance, strong communication skills, and experience in a church or non-profit setting, all within a supportive and faith-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business administration of a church or non-profit organization or a similar financial role.
• Proven track record in financial management using cloud-based software.
• Excellent people and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the church’s $1.2 million budget including financial reporting and payroll.
• Track contributions and conduct stewardship reporting.
• Provide a warm welcome and support in the church office.

Skills

Financial Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance

Tools

ShelbyNext

Job description

John Wesley United Methodist Church is seeking a Finance Administrator to join our supportive and faith-driven staff. This full-time position plays a vital role in a welcoming church that is committed to connecting people to others, to our community and to God.

Primary job responsibilities

• Financial management of the church’s $1.2 million budget including financial reporting, Accounts Payable, Contributions, Payroll and Benefits Administration
• Banking, tracking member contributions and stewardship reporting
• Provide a warm welcome in the church office to members, visitors, vendors and telephone backup support
• Uphold the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality
• Problem solving ability
• Collaborative and team oriented, with the ability to work independently
• Other duties as assigned

This position reports to the Senior Pastor and works closely with all church committees, the church treasurer and the staff and members of John Wesley UMC.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance Preferred
• 5+ years of experience in business administration of a church or non-profit organization or in a similar financial role
• Proven track record of successfully executed financial management program in cloud-based management software (ShelbyNext or other church management software preferred)
• Excellent People and Communication skills
• Mature in Christian Faith; it is not a requirement to become a member of John Wesley United Methodist Church

Location

If you are seeking a challenging role in a warm Christian environment, we want to hear from you. If you meet the requirements listed above, please send us your background information in reply to this posting.

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