Parish Finance & Operations Director

RedBalloon; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross seeks a Business Director to steward the parish and school’s financial and operational affairs, collaborating with Pastor, administration, and Finance Council to advance Catholic education and parish life.

You will oversee accounting, budgeting, payroll, facilities, and long-range planning, providing strategic leadership, clear financial reporting, and support for fundraising and capital projects while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in financial administration, operations management, nonprofit leadership, school administration, advancement, or related work.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and office software within Google Workspace or Microsoft Office environments.
• Experience with church management and financial systems such as ParishSoft or REALM is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all accounting functions, payroll administration, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate hiring/onboarding processes and ensure compliance with personnel requirements including background checks and safety training.
• Oversee facilities management, capital improvements, donor stewardship, and budgets in alignment with diocesan policies.

Skills

Organi zational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

ParishSoft

REALM

Job description

The Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross seeks a Business Director to steward the parish and school’s financial and operational affairs, collaborating with Pastor, administration, and Finance Council to advance Catholic education and parish life.

You will oversee accounting, budgeting, payroll, facilities, and long-range planning, providing strategic leadership, clear financial reporting, and support for fundraising and capital projects while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.