Parish Operations & Finance Manager

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Encinitas, CA is seeking a parish administrator to lead the general office, financial and human resources activities.

You will serve as the primary business support staff member to the Pastor and oversee administrative functions essential to parish operations. Responsibilities include managing staff, IT, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting, while coordinating events and ensuring compliance with diocesan guidelines.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Proficient in QuickBooks.
• Proficient in Canva.
• Familiar with GAAP.
• Familiarity with federal and state employment laws.
• Ability to manage information technology needs.
• Ability to learn and train staff in various computer programs.
• Leadership role in office management and administration.
• Proven managerial/supervisory strength.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the parish office and HR activities.
• Supervise office staff and provide administrative support to ministry staff.
• Oversee IT questions and parish database software.
• Prepare and submit weekly bulletins and manage offerings.
• Process payroll bi-weekly via Paylocity and HR records.
• Maintain parish and diocesan financial records and reports.
• Coordinate facility scheduling and event planning.
• Ensure compliance with diocesan guidelines and legal requirements.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

GAAP

Employment laws

IT proficiency

Staff training

Leadership

Management

Tools

Canva

QuickBooks

Job description

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Encinitas, CA is seeking a parish administrator to lead the general office, financial and human resources activities.

You will serve as the primary business support staff member to the Pastor and oversee administrative functions essential to parish operations. Responsibilities include managing staff, IT, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting, while coordinating events and ensuring compliance with diocesan guidelines.