Controller,

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN

Secretariat for Temporal Administration

Position Description

Job Title: Controller

FLSA: Exempt

Reporting Functions: Reports to the Secretary for Temporal AdministrationCFO

Supervisory Functions: Office of Finance and Office of Support Services

Job Function: This position is responsible for both the overall financial management of the Diocese and the stewardship of fiscal resources in support of the missions and goals of the Diocese. In concert with the strategic direction of the diocese, safeguards the financial resources of the diocese through management and development of its annual budget and audit processes, day-to-day accounting processes, cash-flow management, financial reporting functions, participation in leadership planning, and the coordination and development of staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and evaluate financial policies and practices of the Diocese to ensure that financial goals and objections are met in accordance with Canon Law, policies established by the Bishop and compliance with governmental regulations.

• Analyze and make recommendations pertaining to financial decisions and questions facing the Diocese, its parishes, and other affiliated entities.

• Develop and oversee the month end close process which includes the timely completion of reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting.

• Review, plan the formulation of, and monitor progress of annual budget in coordination with the Director of Finance.

• Oversee the planning and completion of the diocesan annual audit in conjunction with the Director of Finance.

• Identify and anticipate upcoming matters critical to the finances of the Diocese.

• Provide direction, supervision, and performance appraisals for Finance and Support Services staff.

• Foster effective teamwork with other Diocesan departments, Secretariats, and organizations.

• Interact with Diocesan and other clergy in a prudential and supportive manner to accomplish Diocesan goals.

• Understand, manage, and plan cash flow.

• Perform any other functions as directed.

Additional Conditions of Employment

Must have strong knowledge of Church teachings especially as they relate to complex employee issues; possess a comprehensive knowledge of general business practices and human resources and have more than an acquaintance with the basic functions and structures of the church and canon law.

Educational Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; Master's in Business Administration or CPA licensure is preferred.

• A minimum of 8-10 years' experience in successful leadership positions in Accounting or Finance with multiple responsibilities, including direct supervision of staff.

Other Requirements:

• Has knowledge of the Catholic Church with familiarities of its structures, functions and institutions.

• Must have proven track record of success building and maintain a high- performance team.

• Must be able to set an ethical tone for diocesan conduct and must be absolutely distinguished for honesty and integrity.

• Must possess the ability to lead an accounting organization and must possess a thorough understanding of accounting and business law.

• Ability to identify, plan, and implement process changes resulting in increased productivity and/or quality.

• Exhibits excellent strategic planning, organizational, written, and public speaking skills.

• Has understanding of current initiatives in information technology to be able to identify and direct the information technology needs of the diocese.

• Has the ability to maintain confidential information.

• Demonstrates leadership and resourcefulness as they apply to business administration and operations.

• Demonstrates a high degree of flexibility in order to achieve objectives, meet demands as required, and work with a variety of internal and external organizations and their memberships.

• Able to facilitate meetings and/or participate as necessary.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Demands: The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear both in person and by telephone; frequent use of equipment that includes repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue. Occasionally required to reach and lift with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Is required to work on other than normal weekday or weekly schedule to meet with other professionals or volunteers. Is required to travel for business purposes which in some instances will be overnight.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and three recent references via iSolved or:

Diocese of Allentown

Attn: Human Resources

P.O. Box F

Allentown, PA 18105

Email:

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