Director of Finance / Finance Director

Forest Hills Baptist Church (Nashville/Brentwood, TN) is hiring a Director of Finance/Finance Director to oversee all of the church’s financial operations.

FHBC was founded in 1960. We are a member of the Southern Baptist Convention. Around a thousand people worship with us on Sunday mornings, either at our 8:30am choir-led or band-led services, the 11am band-led service, or online. Our FY26 operating budget is $6.3M, and we’re currently debt-free. Learn more at fhbc.org.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all daily financial operations, including general ledger, contributions, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable
• Ensure accurate accounting and reporting of restricted, designated, and operating funds in accordance with donor intent and church policy
• Partner with the Executive Pastor and Finance Committee to develop, administer, and monitor the annual budget, including forecasting and variance analysis
• Provide proactive financial analysis, scenario modeling, and recommendations to support strategic planning and capital initiatives
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls that ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance with nonprofit standards
• Maintain and optimize the chart of accounts and financial structure (including departments, projects, and other dimensions), ensuring proper internal controls and segregation of duties
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements with clear, decision-useful commentary
• Oversee payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and related onboarding processes (I-9, W-4, direct deposit, benefits enrollment)
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations, including preparation of 1099s and annual contribution statements
• Oversee cash management, banking relationships, liquidity, and cash flow planning, including seasonality of giving
• Perform or oversee monthly reconciliations and coordinate the annual audit or financial review
• Serve as primary liaison with external partners, including banks, auditors, insurance providers, and financial consultants
• Ensure the integrity, security, and effective use of financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct), including development of reporting tools and dashboards
• Provide financial insights and guidance to ministry leaders to support wise stewardship of their budgets
• Communicate financial information clearly and consistently to reinforce trust, transparency, and a culture of generosity
• Lead, develop, and support the finance team staff to ensure high performance, accuracy, and accountability
• Stay current on nonprofit accounting standards, church finance best practices, and relevant technologies

Qualifications

Spiritual Qualifications

• Be a Bible-believing Christian who’s growing in the faith and demonstrates the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23)
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for the Gospel and have a strong desire to see Christ’s Kingdom advanced through the local church
• Agree with Forest Hills Baptist Church’s Statement of Faith (see fhbc.org/bylaws) and identify closely with our vision, mission, and values — see fhbc.org/bylaws

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field — CPA or Master’s degree strongly preferred
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or controller-level roles, preferably within a church or nonprofit organization of similar size and complexity
• Demonstrated experience leading financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Strong financial analysis skills, with experience developing and managing budget structures
• Proficiency in accounting and payroll systems — experience with Sage Intacct, Ramp, and/or Planning Center Giving strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, fund accounting, and applicable tax and regulatory requirements
• High level of integrity and discretion, with strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information for non-financial leaders and collaborate across teams
• Proven ability to lead and develop staff

Additional Information

Benefits include…

• Health insurance through BCBS —100% of employees’ premiums paid by the church
• Church contributes monthly to employee’s HSA account
• Dental and vision insurance available at employee’s expense
• Automatic 5% 403(b) retirement plan contribution
• Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays

Details

• Date Posted: April 15, 2026
• Type: Full-Time

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