The role of Financial Controller holds significant strategic importance within our church's structure. This position entails providing financial guidance for various organizational aspects, including the church, ministry school, and building endeavors. The ideal candidate will seamlessly integrate into our community's culture while offering strategic financial acumen. They will provide top-tier financial advice to the leadership team, ensuring robust financial reporting and planning. The Controller will also oversee legal compliance and the smooth daily financial operations. As Controller, you will be a part of a movement in God’s kingdom, impacting everyone reached through our ministries. Responsibilities: Job Scope: • Kingdom Movement currently has multiple branches with more on the horizon - the controller will help the leadership team make informed decisions as we grow • Current branches: Church, KMSM School of Ministry, Capital campaign (including a building purchase in process, and office space rental) Financial Reporting & Analysis: • Ensure QuickBooks architecture and chart of accounts are appropriate for the current branches of KM • Prepare high-level financial reports for the senior leadership team, finance board, and KMSM board (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports) • Provide financial analysis to provide insights into the financial health of Kingdom Movement • Analyze financial trends, budget variances, and operational performance, providing strategic recommendations to leadership, including risk management and investments • Oversee the preparation of reports to external stakeholders as needed, including donors during building campaigns and the church family Accounting Oversight & Record Keeping: • Review the work of the bookkeeper/accountant to ensure all transactions are recorded properly and in compliance with non-profit legal requirements • Provide guidance on complex accounting matters and financial decisions • Advise the bookkeeper/accountant to ensure compliance with payroll tax laws and oversee payroll processing Planning & Budgeting: • High-level oversight of the church’s budget • Work with the senior leadership team to establish financial goals and forecasts • Review and approve the budget prepared by the bookkeeper in communication with team leads/department heads Internal Controls & Compliance: • Implement and enforce financial controls to safeguard church assets • Review financial procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., tax filings, charitable status) • Oversee the preparation for external audits and reviews, ensuring the church is audit-ready at all times Cash Flow Management: • Monitor overall cash flow and liquidity to ensure the church can meet its financial obligations • Make high-level decisions regarding managing cash reserves or investing funds Donor & Fund Management: • Ensure that donor contributions, grants, and restricted funds are appropriately managed and used in accordance with biblical stewardship principles • Review reports related to donations and building campaign pledges prepared by the bookkeeper to ensure accuracy and compliance Day to Day Financial Operations: • **A/P & A/R: **Ensure accounts receivable/payable are complete, including receipt filing and management of the reimbursement online form. • Cash Flow: Accurately record all day-to-day financial transactions of Kingdom Movement, verifying the correct recording of all transactions. • Budgets: Assist department heads and team leads with day-to-day budgetary issues. Provide insights into future budgets from past spending habits (as this role has eyes on daily transactions) • Reporting: Ensure non-profit legal compliance while abiding by all internal controls and preparing monthly reports for the executive team. Handle debit/credit card reports • Admin/HR: Insurance/LNI renewals. Payroll Lines of Authority: • The Controller reports to the Finance Board • The Controller works with an outside auditor as needed to ensure compliance with all legal requirements Qualifications: • A strong understanding of non-profit financial regulations and compliance is essential. • The ideal candidate for the position of Church Financial Controller in Vancouver, WA, US should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. • They should have at least 3 years of experience in financial management or accounting. • Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel is required. • Expertise in the legal requirements for non-profit chart of accounts and financial statements (income statement, statement of cashflows, and balance sheet) is a must. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for this role. • Immaculate attention to detail is a key requirement for potential candidates. Compensation: $70,000
• Job Scope: • Kingdom Movement currently has multiple branches with more on the horizon - the controller will help the leadership team make informed decisions as we grow • Current branches: Church, KMSM School of Ministry, Capital campaign (including a building purchase in process, and office space rental)Financial Reporting & Analysis: • Ensure QuickBooks architecture and chart of accounts are appropriate for the current branches of KM • Prepare high-level financial reports for the senior leadership team, finance board, and KMSM board (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports) • Provide financial analysis to provide insights into the financial health of Kingdom Movement • Analyze financial trends, budget variances, and operational performance, providing strategic recommendations to leadership, including risk management and investments • Oversee the preparation of reports to external stakeholders as needed, including donors during building campaigns and the church familyAccounting Oversight & Record Keeping: • Review the work of the bookkeeper/accountant to ensure all transactions are recorded properly and in compliance with non-profit legal requirements • Provide guidance on complex accounting matters and financial decisions • Advise the bookkeeper/accountant to ensure compliance with payroll tax laws and oversee payroll processingPlanning & Budgeting: • High-level oversight of the church’s budget • Work with the senior leadership team to establish financial goals and forecasts • Review and approve the budget prepared by the bookkeeper in communication with team leads/department headsInternal Controls & Compliance: • Implement and enforce financial controls to safeguard church assets • Review financial procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., tax filings, charitable status) • Oversee the preparation for external audits and reviews, ensuring the church is audit-ready at all timesCash Flow Management: • Monitor overall cash flow and liquidity to ensure the church can meet its financial obligations • Make high-level decisions regarding managing cash reserves or investing fundsDonor & Fund Management: • Ensure that donor contributions, grants, and restricted funds are appropriately managed and used in accordance with biblical stewardship principles • Review reports related to donations and building campaign pledges prepared by the bookkeeper to ensure accuracy and complianceDay to Day Financial Operations: • A/P & A/R: Ensure accounts receivable/payable are complete, including receipt filing and management of the reimbursement online form. • Cash Flow: Accurately record all day-to-day financial transactions of Kingdom Movement, verifying the correct recording of all transactions. • Budgets: Assist department heads and team leads with day-to-day budgetary issues. Provide insights into future budgets from past spending habits (as this role has eyes on daily transactions) • Reporting: Ensure non-profit legal compliance while abiding by all internal controls and preparing monthly reports for the executive team. Handle debit/credit card reports • Admin/HR: Insurance/LNI renewals. PayrollLines of Authority: • The Controller reports to the Finance Board • The Controller works with an outside auditor as needed to ensure compliance with all legal requirements