Parish Business Manager- Columbia, Missouri

Catholic Diocese of Jefferson City•Columbia, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Columbia, MO is seeking to fill the position of Business Manager. This position within a parish or school is general reserved for larger organizations which require supervision of multiple full-time employees within the parish office.

Requirements

Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Staff management experience.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records, and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
Performs or supervises parish bookkeeping functions, including cash receipts, cash disbursements, and payroll.
Reviews financial statements with parish council, comparing budget to actual with explanations for variances.
Prepares, administers, and reviews the budget process in collaboration with finance and other committees, subject to review and/or approval by the pastor.
Acts as liaison between the parish and the diocese in financial matters.
Maximizes cash management resources.
Coordinates and reviews parish organizations’ funds.
Establishes and maintains a personnel evaluation process.
In collaboration with the pastor, establishes and implements personnel policies that are in direct support of diocesan policies.
Manages the parish office.
Oversees the management of parish records.
Performs administrative duties including greeting visitors, maintaining sacramental records, publishing the weekly bulletin, and managing social media sites.
Maintains good working relationships and effective communications between the parish community, various groups, and outside authorities.
Attends pastoral staff meetings and parish council meetings as necessary.
Consults with and advises the pastor and principal on business and administrative matters that affect the parish and school.
Responsible for use of parish facilities by various groups.
In coordination with the diocese, supervises any major construction, improvement, or repair.
May solicit and review bids and quotes and negotiate contracts.
Establishes emergency situation procedures for maintenance staff.
Acts as liaison to the chairperson of the Development Committee and supervises the bookkeeper.
Performs other duties as assigned by the pastor.