Strategic Church Finance Controller

The Christian Science Monitor; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mother Church in Boston seeks a Controller to lead the Treasurer's Office functions, overseeing general ledger, AR/AP, and audits. You will manage staff, ensure policy compliance, and drive process improvements to safeguard financial integrity.

Reporting to the Accounting, Audit, and Tax Director, you will coordinate with auditors and guide financial reporting, ensuring timely close and accurate statements in a complex organizational environment.

Qualifications

• BA in accounting, business, or finance; CPA and/or master's degree in accounting highly preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting, financial, and business management, with a preference for not-for-profit institutions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Accounting Manager and the Manager, AP/AR.
• Ensure adequate staff and resources.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and internal controls.
• Oversee core fiscal operations including month-end close and external reporting.
• Coordinate audits and respond to auditor requests.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Communication

Policy & controls

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

CPA or Master’s in accounting

Tools

Financial systems

Google Docs

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Mother Church in Boston seeks a Controller to lead the Treasurer's Office functions, overseeing general ledger, AR/AP, and audits. You will manage staff, ensure policy compliance, and drive process improvements to safeguard financial integrity.

Reporting to the Accounting, Audit, and Tax Director, you will coordinate with auditors and guide financial reporting, ensuring timely close and accurate statements in a complex organizational environment.