Director of Finance

Director of Finance

First Methodist Waco

Founded in 1850, First Methodist Waco’s mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. We do this by leading people to
1) profess their faith,
2) develop Biblical literacy,
3) become relationally connected,
4) live sacrificially, and
5) disciple others. For more information, please visit

The Director of Finance reports to the Chief Operations Officer (COO) and has 2 direct reports, including a financial assistant and database manager.

• Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; oversee all accounting functions including but not limited to payroll, accounts payable, contribution management, misc. receivables, general ledger, and bank management.
• File all quarterly and annual payroll and accounts payable filings.
• Coordinate and lead the biennial audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee; assess any changes necessary.
• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the COO; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
• Implement a robust contract management and financial management reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
• Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors.
• Oversee the on/off boarding of all employees.
• Produce staffing reports as requested.
• Produce quarterly and annual giving statements for all donors.
• Work with leadership to manage an annual and ongoing stewardship campaign among donors.
• Additional responsibilities will be assigned based on the successful candidates’ personal gifts and graces.

• Minimum of a Bachelors of Business Administration, ideally with an MBA or MA.
• Ideally 5 years of overall professional experience; including broad financial and operations management.
• The ideal candidate has experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area.
• Ability to translate financial concepts to – and to effectively collaborate with -- programing colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds.
• Technology savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations; knowledge of accounting and reporting software.
• Commitment to training programs that maximize individual and organization goals across the organization including best practices.
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal qualities of confidentiality, integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of First Methodist Waco.