Business Manager/Accountant

Job Title: Business Manager/Accountant 

Reports to:  Pastor/Administrator

Location: St. Joseph Parish | Bradenton, FL

Classification: Salaried/Exempt  

Overview

The Parish Business Manager is an administrator in support of the Pastor’s responsibilities to the parish and is a responsible for the overall operation of a large and very active Parish within the Diocese of Venice in Florida.

Job Responsibilities 

Financial

• Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
• Prepares, administers, and reviews budget process for Parish which is subject to review and/or approval by the Parish Finance Council, as required.
• Analyzes and make recommendations pertaining to all financial decisions and questions facing the Parish.
• Acts as liaison between the parish and the diocese in financial matters and human resources issues.
• Maximizes cash management resources.
• Coordinates and reviews parish organizations and ministry funds.
• Oversees bookkeeping services as A/R, A/P, GL, Collections, and Timekeeping etc.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Administrative

• Oversees Maintenance, Ministries, IT, Communications and Hospitality.
• Reviews parish staff needs and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Provides professional support to parish staff.
• Oversees the management of the parish records.
• Coordinates parish liability and property insurance, worker’s compensation with the Diocese general insurance program.
• Oversees staff activities in general.
• Consults with and advises Pastor on business and administrative matters that affect the parish.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• AA or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business Administration, required.
• Critical thinker, ability to provide analytical approach to managing the facility.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Ability to manage indirect and direct reports through strong leadership skills.
• In depth knowledge of QuickBooks and/or Sage. 
• Experience with an automated payroll/timekeeping system.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to handle multi-task simultaneously and work independently.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (word, power point, excel).
• Must pass standardized testing by DOV.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, short- and long-term disability and life insurances in addition to a generous time off policy which includes 16 paid holidays each calendar year.