Employment Opportunities

Applications Accepted From: Public: Open to the public

Posting Close Date: The position will remain open until filled.

Location: Athens First UMC, 2 S. College St. Athens OH, 45701

Hours: Part Time, 20 hours/week

About: Athens First United Methodist Church is a thriving community of disciples welcoming our neighbors to participate in God’s love.   Athens First UMC is seeking a financial administrator. The position is approximately 20 hours/week with flexible scheduling. This position requires a person of great personal integrity and involves keeping the trust and confidentiality of the families of Athens First UMC. 

Required Qualifications: Experience in general accounting, payroll processing, tax filing, and personal computer office software suite.  Experience using Church Windows or similar software for management of church accounting is a plus. 

Application Process: Email a cover letter and resume to robbie@firstumcathens.org

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

FUNDS RECEIVED

• Administer the counting and depositing of the weekly donations and special categories or events (cash, envelope giving, etc.) on the first workday of the week.

• Collect, record, and deposit contributions received by mail and online giving.

• Enter individual contribution data into computer

• Collect and deposit Altar Flower contributions as needed.

• Collect and deposit memorial contributions and prepare and send acknowledgments and notices, as needed.

• Collect, record, and deposit contributions received by mail

• Collect and deposit income from building space rentals and Growing Tree Preschool.

PAYROLL/PERSONNEL

• Establish payroll records for new employees including all forms (such as W-4s,) maintain the payroll records for each employee, and process the bi-weekly payroll for each employee.

• For hourly employees, collect all required time sheets prior to issuing checks and ensure their accuracy (hours reported equals hours worked.)

• Ensure that W2’s are issued for each employee of AFUMC by January 31.

• Ensure that all necessary quarterly and end-of-year reports with all tax entities are filed.

PAY BILLS

• Make necessary payments for any employee benefits (salary, insurance, pensions, social security, etc.).

• Handle the acquisition and payment of property insurance for church and parsonage.

• Administer vouchers

• Separate invoices from incoming mail and issue payments on a timely basis to avoid any late charges or fees.

• Arrange for the timely signing of the checks by the church treasurer.

• Maintain orderly records for all invoice and payroll payments.

• Oversee the renewal and payments associated with equipment lease agreements.

• Serve as ex-officio member of the Finance Committee.

WORK WITH LEADERSHIP BOARD

• Submit timely monthly Financial Reports to the Leadership Board along with all necessary supporting documentation.

• Prepare the Annual Budget in consultation with the Treasurer & Senior Pastor for review, comment, and approval by the Leadership Board

SERVE CHURCH MEMBERSHIP

• Respond to member and staff inquiries.

• Record Annual Pledges and prepare Pledge Reports.

• Mail contribution statements to congregation quarterly.

• Work well with all vendors.

OTHER

• Monthly balancing of all bank statements with confirmation by the Treasurer.

• Perform monthly and end-of-year closing activities.

• Prepare the Annual Charge Conference Reports.

• Prepare the Year End Reports for Conference.

• Participate and fully cooperate with any financial audits.

• Follow and enforce internal controls that are in place and make sure that any changes in systems and procedures do not reduce the adequacy of such controls and or fail to reflect proper accounting practices.

• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned by the senior pastor or treasurer.