Finance & Operations Specialist

The Finance & Operations Specialist supports daily financial operations and builds analytical tools that guide leadership’s decisions. This role works closely with the CFO and Finance Director to manage the distinct financial transactions of the Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO), assist with dashboard creation and variance reporting, and provide crucial support to organizational financial operations. Reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

Responsibilities

• Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) Management: Manage and track all financial transactions related to the SGO; collaborate with Christian Education Network (CEN) staff to prepare scholarships for distribution; assist with troubleshooting donation and distribution issues; ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing SGO funds, including accurate donor receipting and scholarship disbursement tracking.
• Financial Reporting & Dashboarding: Build, update, and manage dynamic financial reporting and analysis tools for the CFO and executive leadership; design and monitor financial dashboards to track KPIs, budget vs. actuals, and cash flow trends; prepare preliminary variance analyses and data visualizations to support monthly budget review meetings.
• Financial Operations: Collaborate with the Finance Director to ensure continuous, full‑cycle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) coverage; assist with credit‑card reconciliations, reviewing and posting transactions as needed; provide coverage for weekly bank deposits, maintaining organized records and timely reports; gather documentation for annual internal and external audits; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• 3–5 years of professional experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or data analysis; experience in a non‑profit setting is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a meticulous eye for detail and zero‑defect data entry.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and AI tools for streamlining administrative or financial workflows.
• Experience with QuickBooks (or similar) and a baseline understanding of non‑profit GAAP preferred.
• Mature Christian, currently attending or pursuing attendance in a local church; agreement with and adherence to CCV’s Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrated commitment to CCV’s mission and position on Core Issues.
• Ability to work discreetly with confidential information; trustworthy, responsible, tactful, diplomatic, and focused on building consensus.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism focused on client/constituent relationships.

Benefits

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and 10 paid holidays
• Monthly cell phone allotment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Health, vision, and dental insurance (CCV covers 75% of premium)
• Life insurance
• 3% match on retirement plan (available after 1 year)

Pay

Full‑time, Salaried/Exempt.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (40 hours/week). Occasional statewide travel may be required.

Location: CCV Office in Columbus, Ohio.