Business and Finance Manager

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Business and Finance Manager to provide financial leadership and oversight for a dynamic church environment. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys both strategic analysis and hands-on financial operations in a collaborative, values-driven setting.

This position partners closely with the Chief Operating Officer and business office team to ensure strong financial stewardship, accurate reporting, and effective internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• • Maintain integrity of the general ledger and financial systems
  • Review monthly financial statements and analyze results
  • Monitor cash flow and provide insights to leadership
  • Oversee contributions, deposits, and reconciliations

Month-End Close (Review & Oversight)

• • Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by staff
  • Ensure timely and accurate close processes

Payroll Execution

• • Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll
  • Review payroll inputs and ensure compliance
  • Manage payroll-related billing for affiliated entities

Audit & Compliance

• • Lead audit coordination and prepare required schedules
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and standards
  • Review and file semi-annual sales tax returns

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• • Monitor budget vs. actual performance
  • Support forecasting and financial planning efforts

Foundation & Restricted Funds

• • Oversee accounting and reporting for foundation activity
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly reports

Risk & Insurance

• • Manage insurance processes and claims
  • Support risk management and internal controls

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience (fund accounting preferred)
  • Strong general ledger and month-end close experience
  • Advanced Excel and Microsoft 365 skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Experience with ACS or Realm is a plus
  • Experience in a church or nonprofit setting preferred

Schedule & Work Environment

• • 28 hours per week (flexible within weekday business hours)
  • Occasional evening or weekend responsibilities
  • Collaborative, mission-driven workplace

Why Join Us?

• • Meaningful work supporting a faith-based mission
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to provide strategic financial leadership
  • Flexible part-time schedule

Christ Church is an inclusive church that believes in equality and justice and is understanding and accepting of all lifestyles. Please take a moment to review our website www.christchurchcharlotte.org to learn more about us and our ministries.

To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter introducing yourself to Agatha Belvin, careers@christchurchcharlotte.org. Qualified candidates should expect a thorough interview process and reference check.

Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, Life AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), monthly pension plan contributions through Church Pension Group.