Business Administrator

The Business Administrator will resource and support the Vision and Mission of Northwest Bible Church by directing and overseeing the Accounting and Facilities departments as well as the general business affairs of the church (such as Information Technology, Insurance/Risk Management, and Legal). This leader will lead the way in stewardship, efficiency, and optimization of the church’s assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the various business functions of the church including Finance, IT, risk management, and basic legal issues
• Develop and plan short and long-term department objectives in support of the church’s vision and organizational goals and objectives.
• In coordination with Facilities Manager, ensure the proper and efficient maintenance of church facilities and the long-term planning for adequate funding of capital improvements.
• Direct and perform financial accounting functions to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
• Assume overall responsibility for the accuracy of financial reporting as well as payroll, accounts payable and receivable, cash accounting, program and donor accounting, audits, and fixed assets accounting
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all government and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure appropriate levels of coverage for all types of insurance related to property, casualty, liability, cybersecurity, and other risk factors.
• In collaboration with the Human Resources Manager and Security Director, develop and communicate Risk Management process, controls, and contingency plans.

What a Strong Candidate Would Look Like:

• Growing relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and as Lord.
• Support of the mission, vision, and values of Northwest Bible Church.
• Willingness to become a member of Northwest Bible Church is recommended but optional Current involvement in the local church is required.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting, business or relevant area of study.
• MBA or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
• 10+ years in a medium to large corporation or nonprofit, with progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Understanding of general business principles such as facility management, risk management, legal, etc.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability and willingness to learn new products as may be required.
• Previous managerial experience.
  • Effective communicator.