Finance Manager

Job Summary

The Finance Manager serves as the principal steward of the finances of Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church. Working closely with the Pastor, Finance Council, Archdiocesan offices, and parish leadership, this role ensures sound financial management, strong internal controls, and long-term sustainability. This position is essential in supporting the mission and ministries of the parish and school.

Financial Management

• Prepare, oversee, and manage the annual parish and school budgets in collaboration with the Pastor, Finance Council, and School Principal
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Process payroll and manage accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure compliance with Archdiocesan financial policies, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Oversee stewardship and offertory processing and support fundraising initiatives
• Cook up and track financial activities for parish organizations

Human Resources

• Manage HR functions including hiring, onboarding, employee records, and benefits administration
• Ensure compliance with Archdiocesan HR policies and Safe Environment requirements
• Supervise bookkeeping staff

Facilities & Operations

• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and usage of parish facilities and equipment
• Oversee vendor contracts, insurance coverage, and risk management procedures
• Collaborate with the Buildings & Grounds Committee in an advisory capacity

Administrative Leadership

• Serve as a key member of the parish leadership team and support strategic planning
• Attend parish council, finance council, school board, and staff meetings as needed
• Collaborate closely with school administration

Job Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with a commitment to the mission of the Church
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in business or nonprofit management, preferably in a parish or school setting
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and accounting systems
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality, manage sensitive information, and handle multiple priorities

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.