PT Church Business Manager

We seek a Church Business Manager who can provide financial, operational, and administrative support to the ministry.

The Church Business Manager will oversee the financial aspects, as well as some administrative and operational aspects, of UCC. This role involves a combination of leadership, financial oversight, and logistical support to ensure the smooth functioning of the church’s day-to-day activities. We seek an appropriately gifted, godly, mature, and ministry-minded individual with a desire to serve meaningfully in a local church setting.

If you are interested in the role, please send a cover letter and resume detailing your qualifications and explaining why you are a good fit to Branden@univcc.org

Position Summary:
Here’s a breakdown of key responsibilities for a Church Business Manager:
1. Financial Management:
Budgeting & Financial Planning: Develops and manages the church’s annual budget, ensuring it aligns with the church's mission and goals.
Bookkeeping & Accounting: Oversees financial records, ensuring proper documentation and accounting practices are in place. This might involve handling or overseeing donations, offering management, payroll, and expenses.
Accounting: Serve as UCC’s Staff Representative to the Bookkeeping Organization.
Tax & Compliance: Ensures the church complies with tax laws, handles annual audits, and keeps up with relevant regulations for religious nonprofits.
2. Operations & Administration:
Facility Management: Coordinates the maintenance and operation of the church property (building, grounds, equipment), ensuring everything is in good working order.
Staff Management: Assists in hiring, training, and managing support staff, including office staff, maintenance personnel, and other roles.
Scheduling & Event Coordination: Oversees the scheduling of events, services, and special programs within the church, ensuring efficient use of resources.
3. Human Resources:
Payroll & Benefits: Manages payroll for employees, including salary, bonuses, and benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, etc.
Volunteer Coordination: Helps manage and organize volunteers for various church activities and office front desk.
4. Communication & Outreach:
Communication: Ensures effective internal and external communication, including finance reports, newsletters, announcements, and updates.
5. Strategic Planning:
Mission & Vision Alignment: Helps align all operational and financial decisions with the overall mission and vision of the church.
Growth & Development: Works with church leadership to strategize long-term growth, both in terms of congregation size and community involvement.
6. Legal & Risk Management:
Insurance & Risk Management: Ensures the church has appropriate insurance coverage (property, liability, etc.) and manages any risk issues that may arise.
Legal Compliance: Ensures the church is operating within legal boundaries, including compliance with nonprofit laws, employment laws, and other relevant regulations.
The list is a representative list of the required responsibilities. It is not intended to encompass all duties. Some other responsibilities may be included in the role.

Key Skills for a Church Business Manager:
Strong Financial Acumen: An understanding of budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
Leadership & Organizational Skills: The ability to manage staff, volunteers, and projects effectively.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for working with church leadership, staff, and congregation members.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Able to navigate complex challenges in both operational and financial aspects.
Relevant Qualifications:
Education: A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Nonprofit Management, or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Previous experience in business management, finance, or administrative roles (especially in nonprofits or religious organizations).
Certifications: Prefer CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CGFM (Certified Government Financial Manager), etc
How to Apply: See Above