Finance Director

FINANCE DIRECTOR ROLE DESCRIPTION 

The Finance Director supports the Finance and Operations Pastor in the financial operations of the Church by clearly communicating the Church's financial information to those who share responsibilty, including Trustees, other volunteers and staff members; by using his/her organizational, problem solving, and communication skills; by demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and accuracy; and by ensuring that the confidentiality of records and information is upheld.

QUALIFICATIONS

Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live
• Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships
• Pursue spiritual growth through community and a consistent, fruitful devotional life 
• Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
• Reflect Christ’s heart for reaching spiritually lost people

Live out the 5G’s

• Grace – Saved by grace in Jesus (Romans 5:8-9)
• Gather – Community through worship & Life Groups (Hebrews 10:24-25)
• Grow – Being and becoming like Jesus through his word and prayer (John 15:4-5)
• Give – Time, talent & treasures (2 Corinthians 9:6-7)
• Go – Make disciples who make disciples (Matthew 28:18-20)

Embody the values of CEOS

• Champion Others Above Ourselves
• Equip & Encourage People
• Operate Out of Calling
• Spiritually Awake Individuals

Demonstrate Commitment to The Heights Church

• Pursue church membership and become a stakeholder
• Be an active, engaged participant at weekend services and in a Life Group
• Serve at church-wide, all-skate events
• Accept and uphold The Heights irreducible minimum beliefs (What We Believe)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures

• Process outgoing payments on a weekly basis (Check requests)
• Process BGCT/SBC monthly donation (ACH payment)
• Process incoming payments on a weekly basis (Weekly deposits)
• Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, and recording account payable/receivable data (Journal entries)

• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Bank reconciliations
• Generate financial reports for staff, boards, and committees as required
• Process credit card statements/receipts monthly ensuring proper backup documentation is provided
• Understand compliance issues around accounts payable processes (W-9, sales tax, etc.)
• Partner with Finance & Operations Pastor with EOY journal entries
• Manage all bank and investment accounts

Partner with church staff ensuring awareness of financial policies and procedures

• Provide training/advice on financial and budgeting databases
• Provide training/advice on check requests, credit card statement, and journal entry request procedures

Donor contributions

• Maintain donor records in database ensuring accuracy of contributions
• Process contributions (in person and online) on a weekly basis (Monday morning count)
• Recognize first time contributors with a letter or email
• Recognize donations given in memory or honor of someone
• Process and email donor contribution statements quarterly/annually
• Respond to donor's questions regarding their individual giving records
• Sell and transfer proceeds from stock contributions in Schwab
• Send stock letters to stock contributors
• Keep envelopes stocked in giving boxes

Annual Tasks

• In May, send out email to managers of departments regarding completing budget in Martus for new year.
• Upload all approved budgets in Martus to Intacct at the beginning of the fiscal year.

• Cooperate with Auditor to complete the annual report

Complete Additional Responsibilities

• Assist the Missions Pastor with the Missions budget ensuring all income and expenses are accurately posted and align with the financial database reports
• Assist the Finance and Operations Pastor and the Executive Pastor of Operations with any tasks assigned
• Backup for the HR Director
• Maintain business accounts with Bill/Divvy, Home Depot, Sam's, and Amazon
• Pull color copier counts quarterly and post the journal entry

Ensure Accurate, Timely Response to Communication Requests (Phone or Email)

• Manage email, voicemail, and communication requests in a timely, thorough manner not to exceed 1 week
• Build trust by maintaining confidence of information
• Respond to all communication with professionalism, discretion, and a service orientation

Serve as a Fantastic Teammate to Peers on the Staff Team

• Demonstrate loyalty to Ministers and teammates in action and word 
• Pursue and uphold relational unity with teammates
• Make assists for teammates to facilitate department-wide wins 
• Place the team agenda before your own agenda 

• Uphold the six commitments of trust and trustworthiness
• Maintain conflict and confidentiality standards

Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth 

• Receive and apply training and development from the Ministers
• Attend department and all-staff meetings

Warmly Welcome and Serve Staff and Guests

Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned

Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude

RELATIONSHIPS  

Executive Pastor of Operations: The Fianance Dircector reports indirectly to the Executive Pastor of Operations. He/she is expected to be coachable, available, and responsive to him/her while striving for a healthy, Christ-like relationship characterized by love, truth, and unity.

Finance and Operations Pastor: The Finance Director reports directly to the Finance and Operations Pastor. He/she receives Business Office tasks from the Pastor of Finance and Operations and is expected to be coachable, available, and responsive to him/her while striving for a healthy, Christ-like relationship characterized by love, truth, and unity.

The Heights Staff: The Fianance Director collaborates with other members of The Heights staff, serves as a resource and encouragement to them, and partners with them effectively to achieve maximum kingdom impact.

Church Body: The Finance Director embodies and exhibits servant leadership in all interactions with the church body, seeking to serve, support, and reflect the love of Christ to and for them.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS

The following spiritual gifts are recommended for this role:

Administration

Exhortation

Leadership

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Exempt

HOURS PER WEEK: 40+

SUPERVISOR: Finance and Operations Pastor