Finance Manager (Financial Planning/Analysis)

Job Description
The Sierra Pacific Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (SPSELCA) is comprised of approximately 180 Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) congregations and mission congregations located in northern California and northern Nevada. The Synod, a faith-based non-profit organization, supported by an elected Bishop and synod staff located in the east bay.

Reporting to the Bishop, the Director of Finance will oversee the incoming and outgoing finances of the Sierra Pacific Synod, including supervising financial staff related to, accounting, and finance best practices, nonprofit and donor reporting. Working closely with the Synod Treasurer build and develop annual budgets, lead audits and reports to the bishop, council, and synod assembly. The ideal candidate should have an interest in the work of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and possess a degree/education in a closely related field.

Responsibilities within the office may be added to this position depending on business needs. Must be reliable, punctual, organized, and have demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities in a busy office. Have the willingness and ability to work outside of standard work week office hours and days to accommodate the needs of the business. Excellent analytical, budgeting, and financial trend analysis skills, knowledge of accounting and report production, knowledge of computerized accounting software programs within a faith-based non-profit setting, policy analysis and interpretation.

Possession of excellent interpersonal skills, and familiarity with human resources and financial databases, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook are required.

Financial
· Review, process, and approve preparation and finalization of monthly and annual financial reporting materials and metrics for Bishop and Synod Council, monitors cash flow to meet obligations
· Oversee the review, process, and approval of income/receipts, invoices for payment, payroll, and other items
· Oversees the completion of bank reconciliation statements, recording of investment activities, and other endowment activities/opportunities
· Coordinates budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash flow for administration, existing programs, and proposed new sites.

Throughout the budget process, liaison with the Bishop, Synod Treasurer, Synod Council, and
Finance/Investments
Committees, and others as needed.
· Assist in coordinating and leading the annual audit activities in partnership with the Bishop and Synod Treasurer. Throughout the audit process, liaison with external auditors, Bishop, Synod Treasurer, Synod Council, and Finance/Investment Committees, and others as needed.

Payroll and Benefits
· Assists in providing administrative leadership and management for staffing needs including, but not limited to payroll, onboarding/off boarding staff, arrange for annual mandated trainings, updating personnel policy manual, proper maintenance and retention of all personnel files, and other key personnel related documentation and events
Administration (financial)
Defines the process and implements infrastructure/systems needed to enhance and support the financial mission and goals of the Sierra Pacific Synod in a responsible and substantial manner.
· Ability to liaison with legal consultants on various matters
· Maintains an inventory of synod property and equipment and a record of purchases of major assets (property and equipment)
· Maintains insurance policies for all synod related business, assets, and other properties as required
· Work with Director of Operations to ensure property deeds from acquisition and sale of properties are property stored in a secure location
· Minimum of a BA degree with a focus in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.

The ideal candidate will have an MBA/CPA
· preferably with broad financial and operations management experience
· The ideal candidate has experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination, has worked for/with a faith-based non-profit organization and overseen a human resources function previously
· Ability to translate financial concepts to effectively collaborate with key members of the synod who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds
· Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
· Ability to work extra hours, travel, participate in meetings, including overnight meetings, anywhere within the synod’s territory
· Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission
· Ability to keep confidentiality -- contribution and other personal information is confidential
· Synod Policy – 2 weeks’ vacation; Synod will review current policy to allow PTO as well as other current benefits.

Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement
Portico benefits including health, life, and retirement as well as State disability. Employer paid retirement contribution at 10% of annual salary
Travel
Arrangements/Reimbursements
Expenses include mileage or flight costs, per diem rates for meals, hotel stay.

Prior coordination and approval from the bishop is required for all scheduling of travel and reimbursable expenses
· Full reimbursement of travel expenses, food, and lodging during continued education
All applications will be accepted and reviewed. (Applicants from an ELCA Lutheran faith community are desired). Applicants must submit to a background check (criminal and financial) and reference check before employment can be offered. Flexible work from home options available.