Director of Finance / Finance Director
Forest Hills Baptist Church, Nashville, TN, United States
Forest Hills Baptist Church (Nashville/Brentwood, TN) is hiring a Director of Finance / Finance Director who will oversee all of the church's financial operations
Reponsibilities
- 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
This person must…
- 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
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