Financial Coordinator

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR

Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon

7501 Church Ave.

Pittsburgh, PA 15202

www.cpcba.org

Reports to:                           Head of Staff

Status:                                  Part-Time- 40-50 hours/month-flexible

FLSA class:                          Non-exempt

The Financial Administrator has primary responsibilities for the financial activities that support the mission of the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon. The position serves as a resource, sharing financial information with the Session and/or committees. Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining the church’s financial transactions ensuring they follow accepted accounting principles.

Essential Duties

·        Transmit monthly payroll for church staff and Wooden Ladder staff to payroll service ensuring accuracy of data. Record payroll data in Church Windows (CW).

·        Follow pastor’s Terms of Call and maintain Employment Agreement with PCUSA Board of Pension, including all payments and communication.

·        Enter Session approved budgeted amounts received by CPCBA committees into CW.

·        Enter appropriate financial information into CW Accounting Module with regards to expenditures.

·        Pay all invoices and expense requests per applicable method (paper check or ACH debit) in a timely fashion and record transactions in CW. Ensure that all approvals for payment have been received. Reconcile ACH payments monthly.

·        Reconcile monthly bank statement

·        Prepare financial reports as needed/requested for Session committees, financial secretary and treasurer. In conjunction with the Finance Committee assist in the development of the church’s annual budget.

·        Prepare appropriate financial information as required by the Presbytery.

·        Invoice Wooden Ladder for their share of expenses which include payroll, phone, custodial services and Workers Compensation.

·        Prepare pertinent documentation for yearly audit process

Relationships

·        The Financial Administrator reports to the Head of Staff and works closely with the Financial Secretary, Treasurer, and the Chair of the Finance Committee with regards to the church’s financial matters.

Qualifications and Skills

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in bookkeeping, accounting, or related field from an accredited college or university preferred or comparable experience.

• Experience in bookkeeping or accounting in a church setting preferred.

• Thorough understanding of bookkeeping and basic accounting rules.

• Experience with church management systems software (Church Windows) preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word

• Good oral and written communication skills

• A proven record of trustworthiness and honesty

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently