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Controller/Accounting Manager

$90k - $100k

St. Luke's United Methodist Church

Job Description

Job Description

Description: Mission of the Position:

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church is seeking a highly skilled and purpose-driven Controller / Accounting Manager to steward the financial operations of our church and affiliated ministries. This is more than an accounting role—it’s an opportunity to use your expertise to support a vibrant, growing faith community and the ministries that serve it.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration, this role plays a critical leadership function in ensuring financial integrity, operational excellence, and wise stewardship of resources that directly impact lives.

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

What You’ll Do: Lead Core Accounting Operations
  • Own and execute the full month-end close process across multiple entities
  • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
  • Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries and reconciliations
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and internal policies
  • Manage fixed assets, allocations, and inter company transactions
Oversee A/P & Payroll Functions
  • Supervise Accounts Payable and Payroll processes with strong internal controls
  • Review invoices, payroll, and credit card transactions for accuracy and compliance
  • Manage ACH payments, wire transfers, and Positive Pay processes
  • Oversee 1099 preparation and IRS compliance
  • Lead and develop A/P and Payroll team members
Own the Audit Process
  • Serve as the primary contact for external auditors
  • Lead the full audit lifecycle across church and foundation entities
  • Prepare key audit schedules, documentation, and financial statements
  • Coordinate governance and compliance materials
Drive Budgeting & Financial Strategy
  • Lead the annual budget process from planning through presentation
  • Partner with ministry leaders on budget-to-actual analysis
  • Provide insights and reporting to committees and leadership
Support Governance & Compliance
  • Maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Assist with Form 990 preparation for foundation entities
  • Participate in committees and boards as a financial advisor
Requirements:Experience & Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
  • CPA strongly preferred
  • 7+ years of accounting/finance experience
  • 3–5 years of leadership or supervisory experience
  • Nonprofit or church accounting experience (highly preferred)
Technical Skills
  • Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables required)
  • Experience with systems like Sage Intacct, Paylocity, Procare, or The Rock (preferred)
Core Strengths
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent communicator—able to translate financial data into clear insights
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
  • High integrity and commitment to accountability
Faith & Culture Fit
  • A committed follower of Jesus aligned with the mission of St. Luke’s
  • Comfortable integrating faith and work in a ministry environment
  • Collaborative, diplomatic, and steady under pressure
Vacancy posted a month ago
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