Finance and Operations Manager (FT)

Archdiocese of Boston; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Catholic seeks a Finance and Operations Manager (FT) to lead financial procedures, budgeting, and reporting for Holy Ghost Parish, Whitman, St. Bridget School, Abington, and St Ja. The role reports to the Pastor and coordinates with Finance Council, school boards, and diocesan offices.

The ideal candidate has 5-7 years in accounting, 3-5 years in supervision, and is proficient in Sage/Intacct; Archdiocesan certification within two years is required. Salary ranges from $80,000 to $100,000.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Accounting or related field.
• 5-7 years accounting experience.
• 3-5 years supervisory/management experience.
• Support mission of the Catholic Church.
• Archdiocesan Finance & Operations Certificate Program within two years.
• Experience in Finance & Accounting; Sage/Intacct preferred.
• Tuition management; FACTS experience a plus.
• Payroll administration experience; Paylocity a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong oral and written communication; handle confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial procedures per Archdiocesan policies.
• Prepare budgets, annual and interim financial reports, and management reports.
• Oversee financial functions: payroll, collections, reconciliations, and general ledger.
• Oversee facilities and cemeteries operations, projects and insurance claims.
• Supervise parish office and bookkeeping staff on procedures and projects.
• Liaise with Archdiocesan offices, vendors and bank personnel.
• Assist Pastor and Principal on financial issues.
• Attend Finance Council, School Board and Archdiocesan meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Confidentiality handling

Payroll administration

Sage/Intacct

Paylocity

Education

BA/BS in Business or Accounting

Archdiocesan Finance & Operations Certificate Program

Tools

Sage/Intacct

FACTS Tuition Management

Paylocity

Job description

Finance and Operations Manager (FT), Holy Ghost Parish; Whitman, St. Bridget School; Abington, St Ja

The Finance & Operations Manager reports directly to the Pastor and serves in a key management position for the Collaborative, overseeing the proper stewardship of the financial resources of the parishes, school and cemeteries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial procedures in accordance with the Archdiocesan policies and standards.
• Prepare budgets, annual and interim financial reports, and other management reports to review with the Pastor, Finance Council, Principal & School Board, and submission to the Archdiocese when required.
• Oversee/Assist with all operational and financial functions of the collaborative, including Payroll and Benefits, Collections, Bank Deposits, School Tuition/Fees, Account Reconciliations, Accounts Payable, Audits, General Ledger Postings and Budgets.
• Oversee Facilities and Cemeteries, including Routine Maintenance, Grave Purchases, Projects & Insurance Claims.
• Oversee Parish Office Administrative and Bookkeeping Staff on procedures, projects and problem-solving issues.
• Collaborative Liaison to various Archdiocesan Offices/Personnel, Vendors and Bank Personnel.
• Assist Pastor and Principal on various issues, offering recommendations when warranted.
• Attend various meetings, including Finance Council, School Board and Staff Meetings, as well as, Archdiocesan Finance & Operations Meetings/Training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Accounting or related field, with 5-7 years of accounting experience or equivalent.
• 3-5 years supervisory/management experience
• Understand and support the mission of the Catholic Church and its efforts.
• Participation in the Archdiocesan Finance & Operations Certificate Program within two years of hire date.
• Demonstrated experience in Finance & Accounting; experience in Sage/Intacct (Accounting System) preferred.
• Experience in Tuition Management; FACTS (Tuition System) experience a plus.
• Experience in payroll administration preferred; Paylocity (Payroll System) experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience handling confidential, sensitive, timely and critical matters.

Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000