Chief Financial Officer

Change Church Inc•Stone Mountain, GA

8d•$135,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer serves as a key executive leader responsible for the financial health, integrity, growth, and long-term sustainability of Change Church. This leader translates organizational vision into financial strategy, financial strategy into scalable systems, and financial data into clear insights that support wise decision-making. The CFO provides strategic leadership across financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, reporting, cash and treasury management, financing, acquisitions, capital planning, and financial infrastructure. This leader ensures Change Church has the financial clarity, discipline, and resources necessary to support its current operations and advance its long-term, multi-site ministry vision. This position requires more than technical financial expertise. The CFO must be a strategic thinker, trusted executive advisor, capable team leader, and effective communicator who can navigate the pace, complexity, and relational dynamics of a growing megachurch. The ideal candidate can protect the organization’s financial integrity while also helping leadership responsibly pursue vision.

Requirements

Active Certified Public Accountant license.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial leadership.
Demonstrated senior financial leadership experience within a megachurch and multi-site ministry environment.
Significant experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, cash-flow planning, financial reporting, and strategic financial analysis.
Advanced knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
Experience developing financial policies, internal controls, reporting structures, and scalable financial systems.
Demonstrated experience advising executive leaders, pastoral leaders, trustees, or governing boards.
Experience leading and developing accounting or finance teams.
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-financial leaders.
Demonstrated proficiency with Sage Intacct and Ramp, including financial reporting, system workflows, expense management, corporate card administration, and spend controls.
Uncompromised commitment to Change Church's vision, values, core beliefs and statement of faith.
Agree to be an active participant in Change Church's ministry.
Be a born-again Christian who conducts affairs in accordance with the Bible and maintains a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures.
Understand that in this role, you are a critical part of Change Church's mission to help change people's lives with the Gospel so that they can change the world, and that part of your responsibilities as a church employee includes being considered a spiritual leader in the church.
Commit to pray for the first family, leadership, and membership of Change Church.
Lead in generosity to the church through consistent giving of tithe and offerings.
Champion, support, and advocate for the vision of the church.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
Experience supporting acquisitions, real estate transactions, financing, refinancing, capital campaigns, or large capital projects.
Experience strengthening or scaling the finance function within a growing ministry or nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities

Serve in excellence by being early and prepared for all scheduled meetings.
Establish and foster an exemplary relationship with staff, volunteers, church members, and the community at large.
Demonstrate a servant’s heart with a willingness to perform additional duties as needs arise.
Partner with the Lead Pastor and Executive Team to align financial strategy with organizational priorities and long-term vision.
Lead financial planning, forecasting, and modeling to support scalability and sustainability across all campuses.
Provide clear, data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making.
Advise senior leadership and the Board of Trustees on financial health, risks, and opportunities.
Ensure financial strategy supports operational, ministry, and multi-campus expansion goals.
Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, insurance, and treasury management.
Establish and optimize financial systems, processes, and controls that ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance.
Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts.
Maintain accurate, compliant, GAAP-aligned financial statements.
Lead the development and maintenance of financial policies, internal controls, and audit readiness.
Oversee the financial integrity and accuracy of data within Sage Intacct and all integrated tools.
Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with executives, pastors, and department leaders.
Monitor budget performance, conduct variance analysis, and provide recommendations for adjustments.
Present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial updates to the Senior Pastor, Executive Team, Trustees, and other stakeholders.
Produce dashboards, financial models, and performance metrics to improve organizational visibility.
Provide scenario planning, long-range forecasting, and resource planning insights.
Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, including nonprofit standards, tax laws, payroll regulations, and audit requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and oversee all audit preparation and support.
Establish internal controls that protect the organization against financial risk, fraud, and mismanagement.
Conduct regular financial risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, contractual, and regulatory obligations.
Oversee weekly and monthly cash flow forecasting and treasury management.
Approve large purchase requests, check runs, wires, and ACH transactions.
Maintain relationships with financial institutions, lenders, and investment partners.
Ensure investment and reserve policies are sound, compliant, and strategically managed.
Review, analyze, negotiate, and approve contracts to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational priorities.
Advise leadership on risks, liabilities, and opportunities related to vendor agreements and long-term commitments.
Partner with the COO, CAO, and Director of Operations to ensure financial alignment in major projects and initiatives.
Work closely with the COO on financial implications of operational systems, staffing structures, campus operations, and workflow improvements.
Collaborate with the CAO on global projects, events, and initiatives requiring financial oversight.
Partner with the CHRO on compensation strategy, payroll accuracy, and benefits stewardship.
Provide financial support and insight to campus pastors, ministry leaders, and operational directors.
Lead, coach, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, excellence, and continuous improvement.
Ensure the Controller and finance staff have clear expectations, coaching pathways, and performance metrics.
Build a high-performance team that supports organizational goals and ministry rhythms.
When assigned, serve as a visible leader during weekend worship experiences.
Support church-wide conferences, leadership gatherings, special events, and outreach initiatives.
Represent Change Church with professionalism, humility, and servant leadership during all ministry opportunities.
Other related duties as assigned.
Oversee the Controller, Assistant Controller, Procurement & Finance Coordinator, and Accounting Contractor.