Finance and Operations Manager (PT), St. Leonard Parish, North End, Boston
St. Leonard of Port Maurice Parish in Boston is currently looking for a part-time Finance and Operations Manager to join their team. The Finance and Operations Manager assist the Pastor in fulfilling his responsibility for the administration of the parish and implementing the parish’s Pastoral Plan. This position is responsible for ensuring proper stewardship of the financial, facility, human, and information resources. This position is for 24 hours a week, and you will need to work at the Parish Office in the North End.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Financial Management
In consultation with the Pastor, Finance Council, and Pastoral Plan, develop, implement, and administer Archdiocesan policies and guidelines.
Consistent with parish financial reporting requirements, prepare budgets, annual reports, interim reports, general ledgers, allocation summaries and other management reports, offering financial strategies and recommendations to the Pastor and Finance Council.
Oversee the management of parish operational and financial records and prepare for audits.
Handle bank relations including management of accounts and allocation transactions between the parish.
Assist the Pastor in the administration of offertory enhancement programs, fundraising for special parish projects, Planned Giving, Stewardship and the Annual Catholic Appeal.
Direct purchasing procedures within the dollar limits set by the Pastor.
Ensure that all federal, state, and local taxes are paid in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Work with parish leadership and the parish accountant to establish and maintain an annual operating budget.
Ensure preparation and organization of tax documentation required for annual tax filing and regulatory compliance.
Provide guidance on special collections, including proper accounting procedures and reporting.
Assist with setting up new vendors in the financial system, ensuring proper tax status and account classification.
Generate financial and operational reports from Intacct as requested by parish leadership.
Assist with reporting and documentation related to vendor payments, including utilities such as National Grid when requested.
Serve as a point of contact for parish accounting related questions and coordination with the Archdiocese.
Manage and process parish credit card payments through the online payment system and ensure proper reconciliation.
General
Some additional operational and human resources responsibilities may accompany this position depending on the parish.
Attend meetings relative to the role, as necessary.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
BA/BS in business, accounting, or related field, with 7+ years related accounting experience or equivalent preferred.
Understand and support the mission of the Catholic Church and its effort
Experience handling confidential, sensitive matters with tact, respect, and discretion required.
Demonstrated experience in finance and accounting; QuickBooks or Intacct experience preferred.
Knowledgeable about safety and security and human resource issues preferred
Demonstrated experience in appropriate computer technology skills; must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite software.
Experience administering payroll is preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills.
A strong service orientation is critical.
PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS:
Ability to use a computer keyboard for up to 8 hours/day.
Ability to sit for up to 8 hours/day.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]