[Hiring] Accounting Manager @Zion Church

Role Description

The accounting manager plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity and stability of the church. This position is responsible for overseeing financial activities, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Accounting Manager works closely with church leadership to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the mission and values of the church.

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, and monthly close activities.
• Supervise and provide guidance to the Senior Accountant and/or other assigned accounting staff.
• Review journal entries, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, account activity, and supporting schedules prepared by accounting staff.
• Manage revenue and contribution accounting, including reconciliation of contributions, online income, deposits, and donor activity.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports and perform financial analysis as assigned.
• Manage fixed asset, prepaid expense, accrual, lease, and other assigned balance sheet accounting activities.
• Monitor general ledger activity, troubleshoot accounting discrepancies, and ensure necessary corrections and reclassifications are completed timely.
• Assist with annual tax and information reporting, including Forms 1099 and other assigned regulatory filings.
• Coordinate preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for annual financial and other audits.
• Assist with treasury management activities, including cash activity, transfers, and wire transactions.
• Assist with accounting system administration, staff training, and implementation of accounting procedures and process improvements.
• Assist with budget preparation and other financial reporting needs.
• Provide hands-on accounting support and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director and Director of Accounting.
• Support Sunday offering activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a nonprofit or religious organization.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including fund accounting and GAAP.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience in church management software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial information.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the church, with a desire to contribute to its spiritual and financial growth.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurances; many funded at 90-100% by the organization.
• A selection of elective benefits.
• Education reimbursements for upskilling, degree pursuit, and certifications.
• 401K plan for full and part-time team members with company matches.
• Unlimited PTO for full-time team members.
• 60-hours of PTO for part-time team members prorated depending upon a start date.

Company Description

It is the mission of Zion Church to help people EXPERIENCE God, ENGAGE in connections, be EQUIPPED through training, and be EMPOWERED to serve.

All new team members at Zion Church complete a 90-day probationary period. During this time, supervisors assess performance, job readiness, and alignment with Zion’s employment standards, while team members also determine whether the role is a good fit. At the end of the 90 days, performance will be reviewed. Based on management’s judgment, employment may continue as regular status, the probationary period may be extended, or employment may be ended. Completion of the probationary period does not alter the team member’s at-will employment status.

Zion Church is an equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. Zion prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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