Description

As the Accounting Director, you will lead six core areas that strengthen the financial health and operational excellence of Christ Church: Accounting Leadership & Financial Reporting, Internal Controls & Compliance, Audit & Financial Management, Financial Systems & Operational Excellence, Budgeting & Financial Analysis, and Team Leadership & Collaboration.

These core areas come to life through the practical, strategic, and collaborative work you'll lead:

• Lead Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting: Oversee accounting operations across Christ Church and the Christ Church Ecosystem, including General Ledger management, account reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, and the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Strengthen Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), processes, and internal controls that safeguard organizational resources, promote accountability, and support sound financial stewardship.
• Lead Audit & Financial Management Processes: Coordinate the annual audit process, partner with external auditors, maintain audit readiness, support compliance requirements, and ensure accurate financial documentation and reporting.
• Drive Financial Systems & Operational Excellence: Oversee financial systems, reporting platforms, integrations, and process improvements. Partner with internal teams and external vendors to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, scalability, and stronger financial operations.
• Support Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Decisions: Partner with the Chief Financial Officer to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting, and insights that help leaders align resources with organizational priorities.
• Develop & Lead the Finance Team: Provide leadership, coaching, development, accountability, and support to Finance team members while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, continuous improvement, and service.

Why This Role Matters

Every ministry moment at Christ Church is supported by faithful stewardship.

The Accounting Director plays a vital role in ensuring our financial foundation is strong, sustainable, and positioned for growth. Your leadership helps protect resources, strengthen systems, and provide clarity that empowers ministry leaders to focus on transforming lives.

Through your expertise, you'll help build the operational excellence needed to support today's ministry and prepare for what God has planned for the future.

What We're Looking For

A trusted financial leader who loves Jesus, values stewardship, and thrives in a collaborative, mission-focused environment. You are a strategic thinker, a skilled problem-solver, and a servant leader who brings both financial excellence and a heart for people.

You know that great financial leadership isn't just about managing numbers - it's about creating clarity, building trust, and helping teams accomplish a greater purpose.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management required.
• Experience in managing mid-sized accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end/year-end close cycles.
• Experience developing and maintaining financial procedures, processes, and internal controls.
• Experience providing leadership, oversight, or development of accounting/finance team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and across departments.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

• Strong knowledge of General Ledger management, financial reporting, budgeting, and account analysis.
• Understanding of GAAP, nonprofit accounting practices, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, projects, and financial systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong ownership and accountability.
• Must have a strong team-player mindset-the ultimate goal is the Team wins!

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or working toward CPA designation preferred.
• Previous Controller, Accounting Manager, or financial leadership experience.
• Nonprofit, church, or ministry accounting experience.
• Experience with fund accounting, donor contributions, and restricted funds.
• Experience coordinating annual audits and working with external auditors.
• Experience with Sage Intacct or other similar cloud-based systems, as well as Rock RMS.

What We Offer

We believe serving God and others should be both meaningful and rewarding. That's why we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid life and accidental insurance
• Generous paid time off to rest and recharge
• A supportive, faith-filled team environment
• Fringe benefits that make life a little easier

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're passionate about financial excellence, faithful stewardship, and using your gifts to support life-changing ministry, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and step into a calling where your leadership helps strengthen the foundation for everything God is doing through Christ Church.

Pay Range

$85,000.00 Annually to $105,000.00 Annually