Director of Accounting and Financial Services

Director of Accounting and Financial Services Purpose / General Responsibilities

The Director of Accounting and Financial Services oversees the Church’s financial health, develops strategies, manages all general accounting and financial reporting functions, and ensures compliance with financial regulations. The Director is responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. The position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial statements, implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls that will adequately safeguard FPCE’s assets and provide reasonable assurance that financial reporting is in compliance with FPCE policies and US GAAP.

The Director of Accounting and Financial Services is under the supervision of the Executive Director. The Director will work alongside the Executive Director, staff, the Finance Committee and other committees on behalf of the congregation. The position is subject to the review of the Session through the Executive Director and the Personnel Committee.

• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate finance department staff.
• Work with other departments to align financial goals with overall business strategy and support operational decision‑making.
• Manage the accuracy and productivity of day‑to‑day activities related to contributions, accounts payable, payroll and asset/cash management.
• Oversee the collection and management of contributions and receipts to the church.
• Ensure accounting records are appropriately managed and maintained.
• Administer the financial accounting systems and establish practices to maintain data integrity within those systems.
• Manage the monthly accounting closing, monitoring and Financial Reporting processes.
• Prepare clear, concise, accurate and timely financial information to assist the staff, Finance Committee, Session and the Congregation at large in financial understanding and oversight.
• Attend Finance Committee Meetings to present financial and variance analysis and answer questions as needed.
• Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations and donor fund analyses to support the balance sheet and for periodic review by Finance Committee.
• Make appropriate recommendations to the Finance Committee and Session related to the selection of the third‑party accountant.
• Facilitate the annual third‑party financial Review or Audit as directed by the finance Committee and Session.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of year‑end W‑2 and 1099 Forms.
• Work with other staff to facilitate the onboarding and onboarding processes for FPCE employees and contract staff.
• Coordinate with the Executive Director and other staff in the evaluation of employee benefits plans, insurance enrollment, and administration of benefits plans.
• Assist in the evaluation of FPCE’s property, umbrella, auto and Workers Compensation Insurance.
• Work with the Executive Director to coordinate investment activities, direct investment activities, evaluate potential opportunities, and manage financial risks to support organizational health.
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and accounting standards.
• Oversee the completion of Federal/State payroll tax reporting requirements.
• Oversee the tracking of Estimates of Giving and the distribution of quarterly Contribution Statements.
• Facilitate the annual budget process and evaluate budget adherence throughout the year.
• Work with the Executive Director and the Finance Committee on long‑term financial goals, strategies, and performance. Forecast payroll for Workers Compensation Insurance, as needed.
• Maintain good working relationships with FPCE’s banking partners.
• Administer the Mid First Credit Card Program, including the related systems.
• Work closely with the Wedding Coordinator, the Executive Assistant, and other staff to ensure appropriate billing, collections, and accounting for facility usage per the Facility Reservation Policy and the Wedding Policy.
• Assist staff, Finance Committee and Session as needed in development and maintenance of appropriate financial policies and…