Financial Manager

**Position Title:** Financial Manager **Employment Status:** Full\-Time, Exempt **Compensation:** $60,000 annually **Benefits:** 100% employer\-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and other benefits. **Reports To:** Executive Pastor **To Apply:** Submit resume and cover letter to Oles Mironyuk, Executive Pastor, at omironyuk@lakechurchdfw.org \- incomplete applications will not be considered. **Position Overview** The Financial Manager, under the direction of the Executive Pastor, oversees and manages the church’s financial operations including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, and financial systems. This role partners closely with the Executive Pastor and Finance Team to provide accurate financial insight, ensure strong stewardship practices, and support ministry planning through sound financial management. This position serves as a trusted financial leader, ensuring compliance, accountability, and clarity across all financial processes of Lake Church. **Knowledge, Skills, and Experience** **Required Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA or equivalent certification preferred. * Minimum of two years of nonprofit or church accounting experience preferred * Strong working knowledge of accounting principles * Experience with payroll systems and vendor payment platforms * Strong Excel or Google Sheets reporting skills * Proficiency with Quickbooks and other accounting software * Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills * High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy * Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity * Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and maintain consistent workflow **Primary Responsibilities** **Payroll \& Compensation Administration** * Serve as primary liaison between Lake Church and the church’s payroll processing service * Review payroll submissions for accuracy and approve payroll processing timelines * Maintain and update employee compensation data, deductions, and status changes within the payroll platform * Coordinate onboarding and off\-boarding payroll workflows with the payroll processing service * Monitor payroll compliance processes and resolve discrepancies or issues as needed * Maintain clergy compensation documentation including housing allowances and ministry\-specific tax records * Partner with Executive Pastor on compensation changes, approvals, and compliance\-related matters * Ensure proper internal review controls and documentation standards are maintained **Accounts Payable \& Expense Processing** * Process vendor invoices, staff reimbursements, and ministry expenses in accordance with church policy * Maintain proper approval workflows for purchases and reimbursements * Utilize digital documentation and accounting workflows where applicable * Manage vendor files and required tax documentation (W\-9s, 1099 preparation) * Monitor outstanding invoices and ensure timely payments * Respond to vendor and staff inquiries related to payments **Financial Reporting \& Accounting** * Maintain accurate general ledger records * Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations * Close monthly and annual accounting periods * Prepare monthly financial statements and leadership reports * Provide financial summaries and trend insights to Executive Pastor, Finance Team, and ministry leaders * Assist in forecasting cash flow and giving trends * Prepare financial materials for Finance Team meetings * Support annual budget development and implementation * Maintain organized digital and physical financial records * Coordinate annual audit or financial review with CPA **Contributions \& Accounts Receivable** * Oversee weekly contribution processing and reporting * Maintain donor records and contribution accuracy * Process giving corrections and donor adjustments * Prepare quarterly and annual contribution statements * Provide weekly giving summaries to leadership and staff communication channels **Human Resources Administration (Support Role)** * Coordinate onboarding documentation for new employees * Maintain personnel files and background check records * Coordinate benefits enrollment and status updates * Track paid time off balances * Support HR administration under direction of Executive Pastor * Does not independently establish HR policy or make disciplinary decisions **Administrative Support** * Follow all church policies, bylaws, and financial procedures * Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Executive Pastor **Professional \& Spiritual Expectations** * Support the mission, values, and leadership of Lake Church * Demonstrate personal integrity and professionalism * Maintain confidentiality in all financial and personnel matters * Serve with a team\-oriented, servant\-hearted mindset * Model responsible stewardship and ethical conduct * Maintain consistent reliability and accountability Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $60,000\.00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Work Location: In person