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

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.

Christ Church

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.