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Finance Director

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Emmanuel Lutheran Church and School of Asheville, N.C.

Asheville, NC (In Person)

$66,555 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Job Description

Job Title:
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Reports to: Parish Administrator Collaborates with:
Senior Pastor, Board of Directors, Parish Administration, School Principal, ECE Director FLSA Status:
Exempt Full Time (20 hours+/week for more than 5 months/year)
Academic/Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in finance, accounting or other business-related field is required . Minimum three to five years of experience in managerial accounting, financial reporting, payroll and human resources, bookkeeping and budget preparation.
Primary Purpose and Function:
To serve the church and school by providing oversight for day to day accounting and financial operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Ensure that accurate and timely accounting functions are performed and records are maintained weekly/monthly for:
  • Accounts payable
  • Accounts receivable
  • Purchasing
  • Fixed Assets
  • Bank and investment account reconciliations
  • Payroll, compensation and benefits management
  • Month-end journal entries
  • Fiscal year-end close activities
  • Financial statements and reports
  • Payroll, compensation and benefits
  • Onboarding and off boarding of employees 2.
Other on-going responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and assist the Parish Administration Ministry Team in developing and monitoring the church and school budget.
  • Facilitate the annual renewal of insurance policies.
  • Provide financial data required by the independent accounting firm and other governing authorities
  • Prepare and file various reports required by other external and governmental agencies.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
  • Ensure financial processes are in alignment with the church's constitution and by-laws.
  • Research and propose efficient financial procedures and software/computer upgrades as needed.
  • Work with the Parish Administration Ministry Team to implement the church and school's personnel policies and procedures and maintain personnel files.
  • Attend the Parish Administration Ministry Team and Board meetings as a resource and to provide financial information.
  • Meet regularly with the Senior Pastor and Parish Administrator to review financial status of the church and school and to make recommendations.
  • Report financial irregularities or financial concerns to leadership and/or board in a timely manner.
  • Other duties as assigned to meet requirements.
Key Competencies and Skills:
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting applications
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to trouble-shoot and problem solve
  • Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
  • Effective communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
  • Office environment in a multi-level church and school campus.
  • Keyboarding and data input multiple hours per workday.
  • On-campus presence with flexibility for remote work.
Pay:
$60,386.80 - $72,723.88 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Experience:
Non-profit accounting: 3 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person