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Job Title: Controller

Peninsula-Delaware Conference

Reports To: Conference Treasurer
Location: Dover, DE
Classification: Exempt
Salary Range: $70K - $80K
Posting Date: September 2024

Position Overview:
Provide leadership of a small Finance Office staff assuring compliance with the policies and procedures of standard accounting practices. Provide direct support for the receipt and disbursement of remittances from local churches, disbursement of funds allocated to various conference agencies, processing of staff payroll, preparation of financial statements and reports, coordinate the investment of funds, and provide counsel and guidance to local church financial personnel.

Key Accountabilities:

  1. Ensure the completion of the monthly accounting closure process including the timely preparation of banking transaction reports and entries.
  2. Perform scheduled reconciliations of investments, and general ledger accounts.
  3. Prepare, analyze trends, submit documents for management review, and provide presentation of regularly scheduled financial reports.
  4. Coordinate the development of and maintain custody of internal control documentation.
  5. Consult with IT/software providers and auditors concerning accounting processing and procedures to ensure adequate resources are available to produce and record accurate, timely and valuable financial information.
  6. Maintain and coordinate updates to the chart of accounts.
  7. Assist in the development of the annual budget and serve as the primary contact to communicate the monthly agency performance reports.
  8. Support conference audits to ensure accurate information is provided to the auditors.
  9. Interface with the Benefits Administrator to ensure the financial records related to clergy and staff benefit programs are properly maintained.
  10. Facilitate training related to internal processes, policies, and financial system upgrades. Assure that staff is adequately trained and knowledgeable of their individual roles and responsibilities.

 

Special Aspects of the Role:
The Peninsula-Delaware Conference is a Christian organization that is focused on promoting the teachings and values of Christ. It is not required that the jobholder be of the Christian faith, but they will be expected to attend staff meetings and events that will include Christian worship services.
An affiliation exists between the Peninsula-Delaware Conference in Dover, DE and the Baltimore-Washington Conference in Fulton, MD which enables the sharing of ministries and support services.

Work Experience:

  1. A minimum of ten years of progressive operational accounting experience is required.
  2. Experience in payroll, accounts payable/receivable.
  3. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and financial reporting.
  4. A minimum of two years in supervisory or leadership capacity required.
  5. Experience in non-profit religious organizations is preferred.
  6. Familiarity with the United Methodist Church is a plus.

Education:
Post-secondary education in business or finance supplemented with an accounting designation.

Skills & Knowledge:

  1. Proficiency in the utilization of technology such as computerized accounting systems and Microsoft Office products required. Familiarity with ShelbyNext and Brick River is a plus.
  2. Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on attention to detail required.
  3. Proven ability to lead teams devoted to continuous improvement of process and policies.
  4. Excellent presentation and written communication skills required.
  5. Proven ability to compile financial analysis, resolve discrepancies, and produce accurate and timely reports is required.

Key Competencies: Critical thinking

Concerns for standards

Interpersonal awareness

Analytical thinking

Results orientation

Patience

System Knowledge

Flexibility Thoroughness

Tenacity

Initiative

Confidentiality 

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Campus Ministry Interns

We have openings for student interns in United Methodist ministry HUBs on the campuses of Towson, Morgan State, and University of Maryland College Park. HUB stands for Here U Belong as we seek to create radically hospitable, just communities for students by students. A HUB is a faith community where all people are valued; everyone is welcome no matter what. HUBs strive to be a harm-free, transformational space for all students, regardless of theological stance, race, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 

Campus Ministry interns are students at one of the three identified campuses who help explore, shape and create ministry with support from invested and gifted adults. Eventually, HUB interns help accomplish its mission by planning programs and conducting the week-to-week work of the campus ministry. This will encompass a wide variety of responsibilities shared by various HUB interns, including leading discussions, coordinating social media, inviting others to participate in the HUB, meeting with students, planning gatherings, calendar creation, and coordinating logistics. 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Attend gatherings of the HUB as developed.
  2. Meet weekly with the HUB Coordinator and other HUB interns. 
  3. Contribute to the compelling and effective programming of the HUB.
  4. Intentionally promote opportunities for engagement through programs of HUB among students, through personal invitation, photos and videos on social media, and storytelling. 
  5. Take on a specific role (or roles) as assigned.

Time Commitment: 6-8 hours per week, August 2024 - May 2025

Special Talents Skills Preferred: Grounded Christian faith, self-starter, good interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, experience and aptitude relevant to the role, reliable, diligent, and coachable. 

Hourly wage: $16 per hour

Application: Please complete this form to apply for this position at Morgan State, Towson or University of Maryland College Park. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.