Finance Director

Cedar Mill Bible Church•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Director provides strategic financial leadership, oversight, and management to ensure the fiscal health of Cedar Mill Bible Church. This individual oversees all financial operations—including budgeting, financial reporting, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, and compliance—while supporting ministry through accurate recordkeeping and responsible stewardship. The role ensures financial data is current, reconciled, and reliable, and requires both high-level strategic thinking and hands-on management to support the church’s mission and ministry goals effectively. The position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, integrity, and proficiency with accounting systems, while working collaboratively with staff and volunteers.

Requirements

Affirms the church’s Statement of Faith and lives in alignment with its Seven Distinctives
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or MBA a plus)
5+ years of financial management experience, including with GAAP
Experience managing budgets and financial operations
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices and fund accounting
Proficiency with Excel and financial software (Aplos)
Exhibits strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
Manages multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
Exercises a high level of integrity and discretion
The Finance Director is a mature and growing follower of Jesus Christ who views the stewardship of the church’s resources as an act of worship and an extension of its ministry.
We are looking for a person of evident integrity, humility, and discretion who handles sensitive and confidential information with trustworthiness, demonstrates a servant’s heart in working alongside staff and volunteers, and supports the mission, vision, and values of Cedar Mill Bible Church through both their work and their personal walk of faith.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA a plus

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate, up-to-date financial records and oversees general ledger maintenance in the church’s accounting software
Records and categorizes all financial transactions, including contributions, expenses, and transfers
Reconciles bank and related accounts on a regular basis
Completes weekly financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Prepares, distributes, and presents accurate and timely financial statements and reports to church leadership and the finance committee
Monitors cash flow and ensures proper stewardship of church resources
Supports fiscal year transitions, including budget rollovers and verification of carryover balances
Oversees accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing
Ensures timely and accurate payment to vendors, contractors, and service providers
Processes payroll and maintain accurate payroll records
Ensures compliance with applicable payroll laws and reporting requirements
Maintains organized documentation for all disbursements
Oversees the development, management, and tracking of the church’s annual budget, ensuring financial health and transparency
Conducts financial forecasting and analysis to support long-term planning and identify growth opportunities
Collaborates with the finance committee to review financial reports
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards, including nonprofit regulations
Develops and documents proper accounting procedures and ensures compliance
Maintains the church’s property tax exemptions in good standing, including timely annual exemption filings for all qualifying real property and documentation of each parcel’s exempt use
Maintains strict confidentiality in handling financial information
Assists with and manages audits and external financial reviews as needed
Completes other tasks, projects, and duties as requested
Regularly participates in the life of Cedar Mill Bible Church