Controller/Accounting Manager

Description Mission of thePosition: St. Luke’s United Methodist Church is seeking a highly skilled and purpose-driven Controller / Accounting Manager to steward the financial operations of our church and affiliated ministries. This is more than an accounting role—it’s an opportunity to use your expertise to support a vibrant, growing faith community and the ministries that serve it.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration, this role plays a critical leadership function in ensuring financial integrity, operational excellence, and wise stewardship of resources that directly impact lives. What You’ll Do: Lead Core Accounting Operations Own and execute the full month-end close processacross multiple entities Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries and reconciliations Ensure compliance with GAAP standardsand internal policies Manage fixed assets, allocations, and inter company transactions Oversee A/P & Payroll Functions Supervise Accounts Payable and Payroll processes with strong internal controls Review invoices, payroll, and credit card transactions for accuracy and compliance Manage ACH payments, wire transfers, and Positive Pay processes Oversee 1099 preparation and IRS compliance Lead and develop A/P and Payroll team members Own the Audit Process Serve as the primary contact for external auditors Lead the full audit lifecycle across church and foundation entities Prepare key audit schedules, documentation, and financial statements Coordinate governance and compliance materials Drive Budgeting & Financial Strategy Lead the annual budget processfrom planning through presentation Partner with ministry leaders on budget-to-actual analysis Provide insights and reporting to committees and leadership Support Governance & Compliance Maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls Assist with Form 990 preparation for foundation entities Participate in committees and boards as a financial advisor Requirements Experience & Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required) CPA strongly preferred 7+ years of accounting/finance experience 3–5 years of leadership or supervisory experience Nonprofit or church accounting experience (highly preferred) Technical Skills Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables required) Experience with systems like Sage Intacct, Paylocity, Procare, or The Rock (preferred) Core Strengths Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent communicator—able to translate financial data into clear insights Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset High integrity and commitment to accountability Faith & Culture Fit A committed follower of Jesus aligned with the mission of St. Luke’s Comfortable integrating faith and work in a ministry environment Collaborative, diplomatic, and steady under pressure #J-18808-Ljbffr