Job Description
Director of Finance
Department of Finance
West Angeles Church of God in Christ
Los Angeles, California
Annual Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 DOE/DOQ
The West Angeles Church of God in Christ (COGIC) in Los Angeles, California, is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the functions of the Finance Department, including payroll, general ledger functions, accounts payable/receivable, reports, and financial audits. This hands-on, highly motivational leader will oversee a team of five and the approximate $9 million operating budget of the Church while reporting to the Church's CEO/Senior Pastor. This is a working director role where you will get the opportunities to lead several exciting projects while serving as a mentor, supporter, and guide to staff. The ideal candidate for this role has strong written and verbal communication skills, creative thinking abilities, and the desire to make effective and proactive decisions. They will be a go-to subject matter expert who can make sound, thoughtful recommendations and serve as a part of the Executive Team. Someone with a strong background in developing checks and balances as well as innovative processes and systems is highly desirable for this position. If you are looking to join an organization that is generosity driven and mission minded and want to contribute to something greater, apply today!
THE DEPARTMENT/THE JOB
The Finance Department leads the core financial functions of West Angeles Church, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger functions, and reporting and financial audits. This Department is crucial to the success and longevity of the West Angeles Church and has a team-oriented, problem-solving climate focused on delivering quality solutions. The Director plays a pivotal role in assessing and managing ministry-wide financial systems, including infrastructure designs, communications, and special projects. They will oversee four employees and one contractor while reporting to the Church's CEO/Senior Pastor. They will also oversee the work of a CPA firm until the Department can perform these functions independently.
The Director is part of the Church's executive team and is responsible for the organization's current and future financial health and will oversee the current $9 million complex budget, including grants and a variety of weekly and monthly funding streams. The Director has a deep understanding of accounting functions and will be an excellent leader, identifying opportunities to encourage, engage, and develop staff, and ensure financial controls are functioning well. They will oversee all accounting, payroll, and reporting systems, managing day-to-day operations, and providing recommendations for streamlining processes, and improvements to technology and other systems. They will prepare financial statements, regularly work with executive leadership and the board, and conduct financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and grants management. They will culture banking and business relationships, and set department and staff goals.
SALARY & BENEFITS: An annual salary of $110,000 - $150,000 DOE/DOQ, plus a generous benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY
For consideration, apply by August 4th
SAVE THE DATES:
Interviews will be conducted as ideal candidates are identified, with initial virtual interviews slated for late July/early August and in person interviews with selected candidates following in mid-August.
Please contact Dr. Paula Litt with any questions:
-323-737-7463
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 110,000.00 150,000.00 Per Year
Job Tags
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