Parish Finance & HR Director - Operations & Strategy

Archdiocese of Detroit; Grosse Pointe Farms (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Detroit seeks a Director of Finance & HR to lead financial, human resources, and administrative operations for a parish and school family. You will oversee budgeting, reporting, payroll, and policy compliance while coordinating with the Pastor and Archdiocesan offices.

The role requires strong business acumen, leadership, and communication, with experience in a faith-based setting. This is a full-time on-site position with responsibilities across multiple sites and ministries.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of finance and HR practices within a parish/school setting.
• Ability to interpret financial data and allocate budgets.
• Strong leadership and communication in a faith-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance and HR functions for parish/school under Pastor guidance.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate HR processes including recruitment, benefits, and compliance.
• Manage IT and facilities-related administrative tasks.
• Ensure adherence to Archdiocesan policies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

BS/BA in Business Management

Master’s Degree (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Archdiocese of Detroit seeks a Director of Finance & HR to lead financial, human resources, and administrative operations for a parish and school family. You will oversee budgeting, reporting, payroll, and policy compliance while coordinating with the Pastor and Archdiocesan offices.

The role requires strong business acumen, leadership, and communication, with experience in a faith-based setting. This is a full-time on-site position with responsibilities across multiple sites and ministries.