POSITION SUMMARYThe Business Manager performs the general accounting for Sacred Heart Major Seminary including processing payroll, paying all invoices, recording journal entries and running monthly financial reports. The Business Manager works directly with the Director of Finance in financial management and reporting, annual audit, budgeting and internal controls. The Business Manager reports to the Director of Finance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Records and processes bi-weekly payroll using Paycor payroll system, ensures all time entries are posted correctly and all new employees' information is properly uploaded in the payroll system. Tracks vacation, personal and sick time for staff.
- Processes accounts payable and issues checks on a weekly basis.
- Reviews investment account statements to ensure that all changes in investments are properly recorded in financial records.
- Records monthly entries for donations, prepaids, cash and other accounting entries as required.
- Oversees Assistant who works closely with Business Manager on accounts payable and new vendor applications.
- Assists in developing and monitoring annual budget.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Finance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
- At least three years of relevant accounting and business manager experience.
- Proficient in Google and Microsoft products (especially Google Sheets. Gmail and Microsoft Excel).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all manners including financial and employee related.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Paycor or other ESP system.
- Knowledge of theology and the Roman Catholic tradition, accepting and adhering to the moral clause in the Sacred Heart Major Seminary handbook.
- Personal commitment to supporting and advancing the mission of the seminary
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Full-time salary position with full benefits and generous paid time off.
- Requires work in office at least 4 days a week.
- Normal work day 8:30-4:30 (35-hour work schedule)
Please submit resume and cover letter, listing three references, by July 31,2026 to:Attention: Martin Vucinaj, Director of Finance
Email:
[email protected]Mail: Sacred Heart Major Seminary
2701 Chicago Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48206
Start Date: August 15, 2026 (negotiable)
Compensation: Commensurate with experience pay range $75,000-$90,000
Process: Screening of applicants will begin immediately with priority given to early applicants.
