Mission Statement: Calling the Christian-ish to Become Passionate Servants of Jesus Christ

At St. Andrew, we are a community of people seeking to live more like Jesus every day and to learn in deeper ways what it means to follow his teachings, live in community, and serve the world.

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager plays a key role in supporting the financial health and mission of St. Andrew Methodist Church. This position manages daily accounting operations, ensures accuracy and compliance, and provides excellent service to staff and ministry leaders. The Finance Manager is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about using their skills to support ministry impact.

Essential Functions

• Manage accounts receivable, contributions, deposits, and reconciliation
• Manage accounts payable, reimbursements, and journal entries
• Maintain accurate financial records and support monthly reporting
• Assist with audit preparation
• Support annual budget planning and financial analysis
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain vendor files and assist with contract administration
• Prepare financial reports and documentation for ministries
• Ensure compliance with church policies and accounting procedures
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Generosity and Finance teams
• Collaborate with staff and ministry leaders to support church operations
• Manage Invite Ministries Bookkeeping
• Assist with Columbarium processes
• Maintain a positive relationship with bank representatives
• Audit donor contributions; Process contribution gift corrections
• Responsible for bank reconciliations monthly; account and project account reconciliations
• Reconcile monthly securities accounts, invoice partner ministries, and organizations
• Manage square devices, cash boxes, money bags, etc.
• Manage/maintain scanning and filing of deposits, posting journals, general ledgers, etc.
• Assist with processing online giving, and visitors or members access to giving account login
• Assist with picking up mail, processing and sorting of mail
• Serve as backup for Finance Assistants and Finance Director as needed

• Work closely with associated ministries and other organizations of St. Andrew, i.e. The Storehouse, Sunday School Classes, Beacon of Light, Invite Ministries, etc.
• Maintain a positive rapport with visitors, congregation, and staff
• Attend St. Andrew Staff chapel and meetings as requested

Competencies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong Excel skills
• ACS/Ministry Platform (preferred, but not required)
• Confidentiality
• Organized
• Flexible
• Adobe Pro
• QuickBooks Online
• Leadership and Management
• Non-Profit Fund Accounting

Supervisory Responsibility

This position supervises the Finance Assistants.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is an exempt full-time position. Work hours are Monday – Thursday, 8:30-5:00 in the office and Friday, 8:30-1:00 remote. Occasional Sunday work or other varied hours are required around large events.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree or higher
• Experience in Non-Profit Fund Accounting Systems
• 3 or more years of Administrative Experience
• 3 or more years of Management Experience
• 3 or more years of Accounting/Bookkeeping Experience
• 3 or more years of Financial Management
• Able to clear a credit check

About St Andrew Methodist Church

St. Andrew Methodist Church, founded in 1986, is located on 21.2 acres in Plano, Texas, and has more than 7,000 members. The church hosts over 2,000 people each weekend for worship services in both a traditional style with the classic pipe organ and a contemporary style with an LED center screen and lighting technology. St. Andrew extends an open invitation for all to be a part of a community ready to embrace faith in Christ that is real, practical, and life changing. Many opportunities are provided to gather on campus and serve locally, regionally, and globally. Through Invite Ministries, St. Andrew’s publishing house, and Beacon of Light, a mental health ministry, St. Andrew offers innovative ways to reach Christians within its congregation and out in the community. The new 300-seat Hasley Chapel provides worship and other gathering opportunities in a scenic and more intimate setting. In 2022 St. Andrew became an independent Methodist Church seeking to live more like Jesus every day and to learn in deeper ways what it means to follow His teachings, live in community, and serve the world. 5801 West Plano Parkway, Plano, Texas 75093. Visit www.standrewmethodist.org for more information.

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