Finance Manager

Benefits and highlights

Epiphany Lutheran Church offers a part-time Finance Manager role that is based onsite in Richmond, VA. You will contribute to accurate financial management while supporting the church’s mission and ministries. This position provides paid time off and a clear, predictable schedule, with compensation in a competitive annual range.

• Paid time off
• Part-time role, 12-15 hours per week
• Onsite in Richmond, VA
• Annual salary range: $18,000 - $23,000

About the role

The Finance Manager oversees church finances, budgeting, and financial records, working closely with the Finance Team and the Congregation Council to maintain accurate financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate under the supervision of the Senior Pastor, collaborating with the Treasurer, Finance Team members, and others responsible for financial matters in specific areas.
• Utilize Realm or other church-oriented financial software to manage accounting, bookkeeping, check-writing, record maintenance, and financial reporting.
• Assist in preparing the annual budget in partnership with the Finance Team, other church committees, and the Congregation Council.
• Monitor budget execution to ensure funds are available as needed.
• Maintain relevant congregational financial records and serve as backup for the Financial Secretary when necessary.
• Ensure adequate property, casualty, and liability insurance is maintained and that claims are filed promptly and accurately.
• Provide monthly statements of receipts, disbursements, assets, and liabilities to the Finance Team and Congregation Council.
• Maintain sound accounting systems, controls, and audit procedures; act as liaison with the outside auditor.
• Coordinate benefits, health insurance, allowances, pensions, and salary disbursements for staff as applicable; liaise with the payroll service.
• Attend meetings as requested by the Finance Team, pastors, Congregation Council, or at the Senior Pastor’s discretion.
• Perform other finance-related duties as requested by the Senior Pastor.
• Report monthly to the Congregation via The Examiner newsletter on actual expenses versus the approved budget.

Requirements

• College Principles of Accounting I and II or 3-5 years of experience in accounting and budgeting
• Working knowledge of computers including Excel and Word, with ability to navigate the internet and online payment systems
• Knowledge of Realm church software (or an equivalent) is a plus, especially the finance module

Technologies

• Realm
• Excel
• Word
• Online payment systems

Ministry purpose

To support the mission and ministries of Epiphany Lutheran Church by accurately maintaining finances and financial records, including designated accounts and the operating budget.

Time expectations

12-15 hours per week

Compensation

Pay: $18,000 - $23,000 per year; competitive salary

Work location

In person