Controller

About the role

The Controller is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and day-to-day management of Soul City Church's financial operations. This role ensures that all accounting, reporting, and compliance functions are executed with excellence, consistency, and transparency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll coordination.

• Lead the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.

• Maintain reconciliations, documentation, and audit-ready financial records.

• Prepare reports for leadership, elders, and the Fractional CFO.

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial policies.

• Serve as primary point of contact for audits, tax filings, and external reviews.

• Support the budgeting process in partnership with the Executive Pastor and Fractional CFO.

• Provide ongoing budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis.

• Aid ministry leaders with budget tracking and financial understanding.

• Oversee the accuracy and integrity of giving records and contribution tracking.

• Ensure timely and accurate donor statements, year-end giving summaries, and tax documentation.

• Support donor communication efforts by providing clear, accurate financial data and reporting.

• Evaluate and improve financial systems, workflows, and reporting tools.

• Drive efficiencies and scalability as Soul City grows.

• Oversee bookkeeping contractors, contribute to a culture of stewardship, accuracy, and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.

• CPA strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years in accounting/finance (with at least 2+ years owning the close).

• Experience in a nonprofit organization environment (or creative agency).

• Demonstrated ownership of: Monthly/quarterly close process, Financial statement preparation (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), Audit coordination (external auditors, PBC lists, responses).

• Experience building and maintaining budgets and forecasts.

• Working knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks or equivalent).

• Strong Excel / Google Sheets proficiency (modeling, reconciliations, data cleanup).

Skills

• Financial Accuracy & Integrity

• Accounting & Reporting (GAAP; nonprofit fund accounting strongly preferred)

• Internal Controls & Compliance

• Attention to Detail

• Systems & Process Management

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package tailored to the needs of the candidate and the church.

Pay

Salary range: $60,000 - $80,000 annually

Schedule

Hybrid/Remote is allowed. The position is full-time.