POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Rome First Finance Manager is responsible for bookkeeping and accounting, including payroll, accounts payable, donation recordkeeping, financial reporting, and budget administration. This employee works a flexible schedule of 20 hours a week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain complete and accurate accounting records and files for the church, adhering to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of The Book of Discipline, the North Georgia Conference, and the Finance Committee.

Communicate accurate and timely financial information in electronic and printed formats. This includes regular reporting and ad-hoc requests for information.

 Manage payroll, bill payments, apportionment payments, and other payments.

Manage receipt of donations, including offerings, memorial gifts and other donations.

Support church committees and program ministry staff in the purchase of supplies and equipment.

Work with pastors and staff in the development and maintenance of the  church budget, analyzing giving and spending trends to manage cash flow.

Support the church staff and follow all operational policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations for the church.

Participate fully as a team member of the church staff by attending staff meetings (when possible) and staff gatherings and retreats unless excused by the senior pastor.

Other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business preferred. 

Minimum of 3 years relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience.

Experience in financial administration, bookkeeping, and payroll management.

Computer competency with the ability to learn church management software.

Attention to detail.

Maintain strict confidentiality related to pastoral and financial information.

Appreciation for unique nature of church ministry and operations.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Reports to the Senior Pastor.