Finance Director

Forest Hills Baptist Church is looking to hire a full-time Finance Director. This “working manager” will oversee the full spectrum of financial health — including strategic planning, budgeting, reporting, and internal controls — while supervising finance staff and serving as the primary liaison to banks, auditors, and vendors. Job Responsibilities Lead financial reporting to church leadership and the Finance Committee, including budgeting, cash flow, and contributions record‑keeping Partner with the Executive Pastor, Finance Committee, and ministry leaders on budget development, expense monitoring, and organizational stewardship Design and maintain internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting and safeguard church assets Manage fund accounting across restricted, designated, and operating funds, maintaining a clear chart of accounts and project coding Oversee monthly bank reconciliations and ensure timely deposit of cash and checks Supervise, lead, and develop finance staff (accounting clerk and finance assistants) Review, approve, and sign all checks and ACH disbursements within established committee thresholds Manage FHBC‑issued credit cards and enforce travel and expense policies Serve as the primary liaison to banks, insurance companies, and third‑party vendors Administer onboarding documentation, payroll, and employee benefits Qualifications Education — Bachelor’s in accounting, finance or a similar field required; CPA or Master’s preferred Experience — 5+ years in accounting and/or financial management Core Skills — Strong budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, and internal controls Specialization — Hands‑on experience with nonprofit fund accounting and financial analysis Traits — Exceptionally organized, detail‑oriented, effective communicator Bible‑believing Christian who’s actively growing in their faith Agreewith the church’s Statement of Faith and aligned with our vision, mission, and values Additional Information Competitive salary benchmarked against churches of similar size and budget 100% of employee’s health insurance premium covered, plus 25% for spouse and dependents $200 monthly church contribution into employee’s Health Savings Account Dental and vision insurance available Life, AD&D, and short‑/long‑term disability coverage starting day one 403(b) plan with an automatic 5% church contribution after one year of service Annual Christmas bonus equal to 1% of salary Eligible for cell phone allowance Remote work flexibility 10 holidays annually, plus workdays between Christmas and New Year’s 12 sick days per year (up to 30 days carryover) 5 workdays for training or conferences 10 workdays for mission trips How to Apply Send a cover letter and resume to View email address on click.appcast.io. No phone calls, please. Details Type: Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Forest Hills Baptist Church