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Denomination: United Methodist Church
Weekly Attendance: 2000
Location: Houston, TX
The Role: Director of Finance
St.Lukes United Church SanctuaryMeet St. Luke’s United Methodist Church:
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church is one of the largest and most respected United Methodist churches in Houston. Founded in the 1940’s, St. Luke’s is situated in a well-established section of the city, an area known for its tree-lined streets, world-class restaurants, and boutique shopping. Its membership includes many key business and civic leaders. It is a regional church, drawing from areas beyond its neighborhood, reaching across the western corridors of the city.
With an average weekly attendance of more than 2,000, St. Luke’s is a well-regarded church in the Houston area and enjoys a national reputation within the United Methodist denomination. St. Luke’s is an active part of the Texas Annual United Methodist Conference of churches. In 2008, Gethsemane United Methodist Church merged with St. Luke’s and became the Gethsemane campus. They are located about five miles west of St. Luke’s core campus and serve a highly diverse area of the city.
St. Luke’s has embraced Houston’s growing prosperity and diversity, continuing to find ways to reach the community for Jesus Christ. They have been blessed with strong leadership, high-capacity staff members, and engaged laity ready to move forward.
St. Lukes United Methodist Church WorshipAbout the Director of Finance:
The Director of Finance manages all aspects of St. Luke’s UMC, St. Luke’s Methodist Foundation, and Nick Finnegan Counseling Center Foundation’s financial resources, systems, and operational-related functions. The individual serving in this position will also serve as a key resource and advisor for senior management and other stakeholders of these organizations.
St.Lukes Vacation Bible SchoolThe Director of Finance’s Responsibilities Include:
Participates in the development and implementation of the Church’s mission and strategic plans for all church entities – SLUMC (Westheimer, branches and Gethsemane campuses), St. Luke’s Day School, Summer Camp, Nick Finnegan Counseling Center (NFCC), Gethsemane Community Youth Building, St. Luke’s Methodist Foundation, Nick Finnegan Counseling Center Foundation, Transform Houston Foundation
Serves as a partner and resource for the major church committees, church staff, and stakeholders
Manages long-term financial planning as well as annual planning and budgeting for the Church and its entities
Supervise/manage/and direct the selection, training, development, appraisal and work assignments of 5 or more personnel.
Has oversight over hiring, firing, promotions and assignments.
Sets, reviews, and maintains financial policies and procedures, including the internal control environments of all associated entities
Oversees and/or performs the daily responsibilities related to accounts payable, allocations, audits, budgeting, cash management, contributions, general ledger, loan compliance, expense management, payroll, regulatory filings and record management, reporting and reconciliation, tax filings, technology, as well as any other aspects of Church finance that may be assigned by the Senior Pastor or Chief of Staff
Maintains financial management of capital campaigns and capital projects
Maintains management of any government grant programs, including internal and external reporting
Negotiates and executes contracts including insurance renewals
Manages, directs or generates financial transactions including the last review; finalizes entries prepared by the Accounting Manager; closes reporting periods; ensures timely, accurate reporting (internal management, state, federal, and others as needed)
Prepares general ledgers entries and cash reconciliations monthly
Oversees treasury management and cash flow projections; maintains bank and investment account relationships
Functions as the subject matter expert on laws and regulations regarding operations of the Church and Foundation (nonprofit, tax, payroll, and related issues)
Works closely with the Church’s Chair of Finance & Administration Committee, prepares agenda and meeting materials
Prepares financial reports and meeting materials for the St. Luke’s Foundation and subcommittees
Primary contact for the external audit firm for completion of 2 annual audits and 1 review engagement
Serves as member of the Finance & Administration Commission, St. Luke’s Foundation Board and NFCC Foundation Board
St. Lukes United Methodist Church CommunityWhat You Bring:
The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Director of Finance:
Education & Experience
A Bachelor’s degree is required, and CPA license is highly desirable
Substantial work experience in a corporate and/or non-profit accounting department; at least 7-10-years of supervisory experience
Personal Characteristics & Qualifications
Cultivates a positive work environment and team-focused touch points to enhance workplace engagement
A dedicated team player and a proactive, proven team leader
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively impart complex, financial information to non-financial personnel and church leaders
Strong MS Office skills, with exceptional skills in Excel
Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and enact change
A belief and a passion for working in a non-profit organization
A strong commitment to Christian principles and teachings, both personally and professionally
St.Luke United Methodist Church CommunityWhat it’s Like to Live in Houston, TX:
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and the largest city in the state of Texas! It offers several nationally acclaimed restaurants, shopping centers, and events.
The city is the home of the Texas Medical Center, the world’s largest concentration of healthcare, research institutions, and NASA’s Johnson Space Center where the Mission Control Center is located.
Rated as a global city, Houston’s economy has a broad industrial base in energy, manufacturing, aeronautics, and transportation.
It is also leading in health care sectors and building oilfield equipment; only New York City is home to more Fortune 500 headquarters. The city has a population with various ethnic and religious backgrounds and a large and growing international community. It is also home to many cultural institutions and exhibits in the Museum District, which attracts more than seven million visitors a year.
There’s an active visual and performing arts scene in the Theater District, and it offers opportunities to experience resident companies in all major performing arts genres in Houston throughout the year. Houston, Texas is a great place to call home, be surrounded by a great community of people, and raise a family.