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2mo ago

Finance Officer

Seventh Day Baptist General Conference Janesville, WI

Janesville, WI

2mo ago Closed

$57k - $72k/yr Full time Senior Accounting Budgeting

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 1, 2026).

Job Description

Join a mission-driven, faith-based organization where strong financial leadership underpins ministry and sustainable growth. This onsite Finance Officer role in Janesville, Wisconsin offers a competitive annual salary of USD 57,000 to 72,000, plus a 403(b) retirement plan and a flexible schedule. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and at least 3 years of progressive accounting or finance experience are required. The position supports strategic financial planning, system improvements, and collaboration with leadership to sustain ministry impact in a culture centered on integrity and accountability.

Responsibilities

Oversee the Conference's financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, compliance, payroll, audits, and the design and enforcement of financial controls.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and stewardship of financial records, reporting systems, and organizational resources.
Lead and develop a small finance team to support effective, timely, and service-oriented financial operations.
Provide financial insight, analysis, and recommendations to leadership, boards, and governing bodies to support informed decision-making and long-term sustainability.
Develop, manage, and present denominational and General Services budgets for leadership teams, General Council, and organizational ministries.
Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports, analyses, and year-end financial activities, including required calculations and allocations.
Provide budgetary consultation and financial guidance to the Coordinating Leadership Team (CLT) and General Conference leadership.
Review and advise on financial planning related to General Conference sessions, events, and ministry initiatives.
Manage bookkeeping and financial activity for Memorial Fund operations.
Coordinate with financial advisors, auditors, and legal counsel as needed.
Oversee quarterly income distributions and endowment reporting.
Administer scholarships, grants, and loan processes for churches and affiliated entities.
Support gift planning activities including annuities and donor-directed funds.
Serve as a financial advisor and resource to General Council, COSAR, boards, committees, and leadership teams.
Support retirement plan administration, governance processes, and board-related financial discussions and reporting.
Coordinate financial aspects of meetings, reporting cycles, and organizational communications as needed.
Support continuous improvement efforts that strengthen financial systems, operational effectiveness, transparency, and long-term organizational sustainability.
Identify opportunities to strengthen financial systems, reporting processes, and operational workflows.
Support the implementation of sustainable financial practices and scalable administrative processes.
Recommend process improvements that enhance stewardship, transparency, and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
Experience in nonprofit, denominational, or fund-based accounting strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Experience with audits, compliance, and financial governance.
Familiarity with investment, endowment, or fund accounting preferred.
Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Strong organizational and detail orientation.
Collaborative approach with leadership, boards, and ministry partners.
High level of integrity and accountability.

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