Finance Manager

Southstone Church; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Southstone Church in Katy, Texas is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee and manage the church's financial affairs. This role includes tasks such as tracking donations, budgeting, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of accounting experience, a bachelor's degree in business, and must be an active member of Southstone Church. This position offers various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a four-year college or an associate's program with strong business management experience.
• Experience in maintaining financial, fiscal, and payroll record keeping.
• 5 years of accounting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all church financial affairs ensuring long-term financial health.
• Record and track donations, offerings, and income streams.
• Process vendor invoices and oversee church credit card activity.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business (accounting preferred)

Tools

Sage

PCO

Ramp

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Job Title: Finance Manager

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Reports to: Finance Director

VISION STATEMENT: Reaching People, Building Lives

VALUES:

Biblical, Excellence, Life-Giving, Kingdom-Minded, Leadership, Generosity, Generational, Spiritual Family

HEART OF THE HOUSE:

The heart of the house behind Southstone. We get to serve side by side with purpose, unity, and a shared vision. One team, one spirit, showing up for each other, stepping in wherever needed, and pursuing excellence in all we do. It’s that kind of culture that makes every big moment and every event so meaningful and successful together.

PURPOSE:

This position will serve the church by assisting the Operations Pastor in managing, supervising, planning, and coordinating the church's financial affairs and ensuring its long‑term financial health.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contributions & Revenue Management

• Accurately record, classify, and track all donations, offerings, and income streams with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
• Maintain organized giving records and prepare annual contribution statements in compliance with IRS guidelines.
• Prepare and process bank deposits securely and timely across all campuses.

Accounts Payable & Expense Management

• Process vendor invoices, staff reimbursements, and payments with proper documentation and approvals.
• Oversee all church credit card activity, ensuring timely submission, accurate coding, and adherence to spending policies.
• Reconcile credit card statements monthly and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit required tax filings and payments (payroll, sales/use, etc.) accurately and on time.

Additional Accounting Functions

• Record payroll journal entries and ensure proper allocation across departments, funds, and campuses.

Internal Controls & Financial Stewardship

• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard church assets across all locations.
• Ensure all accounting practices align with GAAP and established organizational policies.

ASSISTING / SUPPORT FUNCTIONS

Budgeting & Financial Reporting Support

• Support the development, tracking, and monitoring of the annual budget.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and providing insights to leadership for informed decision‑making.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Support external audits, financial reviews, and compliance processes.
• Stay current on financial, tax, and nonprofit compliance requirements through ongoing education.

Campus Operations & Stewardship Support

• Assist with cash handling procedures and provide training to campus teams for consistency and accountability.
• Partner with ministry leaders and campus staff to strengthen financial processes and stewardship practices.

Systems & Process Support

• Support system administration and optimization (e.g., Sage, PCO, Ramp).
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and additional duties as needed.

COMPETENCY/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• 1. A graduate of a four‑year college or an associate’s program with a strong history of experience in business management.
• 2. Have experience in maintaining financial, fiscal, and payroll record keeping.
• 3. Have experience in Microsoft Office and data management programs.
• 4. Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to work with others.
• 5. Be able to read, interpret, and explain tax and payroll laws, rules, and regulations, and to stay updated with new laws, rules, and regulations related to taxes and payroll.
• 6. Be an active member of Southstone Church.

PROFESSIONAL / WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5 years of accounting experience

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business (accounting preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:

• None

*This job description summarizes the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities comprehensively. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.