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Director of Finance

Company:
Westgate Church
Location:
San Jose, CA
Posted:
April 19, 2025
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Description:

Job Type

Full-time

Description

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

REPORTS TO: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

RELATES CLOSELY WITH: EXECUTIVE PASTOR/FINANCE DEPARTMENT

CLASSIFICATION: FULL-TIME//SALARY - $65K-$90K

WestGate Church, a non-denominational, multi-congregational church situated in one of the most diverse and influential regions of the world-the Silicon Valley-is seeking an energetic, skilled Director of Finance to oversee the Finance Department. This full-time role (Monday-Friday) may require occasional work on Saturdays and Sundays as well as evening hours, providing exceptional financial oversight and stewardship for the WestGate Church broader staff and church body.

Requirements

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Passionate Jesus follower, actively learning and living the way of Jesus: loving God, neighbor, and one another.

Understanding of and alignment with WestGate's theology, vision, and values, using them as a filter for decisions.

Embodiment of staff values: Holy, Humble, Hungry, (People-)Smart.

Exemplification of essential staff competencies: oversight, strategy, self-leadership, team leadership, chemistry, communication, execution, stewardship, formation, proficiency. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university; or over five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond effectively and clearly to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to juggle multiple tasks and give directions.

Bring a service-first mindset with strong interpersonal skills-be responsive, clear in communication, attentive to detail, and able to juggle multiple priorities with care and professionalism.

The ideal candidate's skill will have proven experience in Finance/Accounting including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, organization and management, administrative tasks, spreadsheets, systems management, and process improvement.

Experienced in Google Suite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Office - including Pivot Tables and formula creation.

Demonstrates excellent time management, balancing responsibilities while thriving in a dynamic and collaborative environment. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and conduct executive-level finance reviews (monthly, trimester, annual), and quarterly ministry-level finance reviews.

Support the budget process under the direction of the Executive Director of Operations, coordinating with ministry and department leads to set and manage budgets.

Identify, implement and manage all finance processes and technology including Ramp, Sage Intacct and Planning Center (PCO) Giving.

Review stock donations and initiate stock sales, through proper tools (ie. Overflow).

Provide approvals and ensure the accuracy of accounting records, including reclasses, accruals, journal entries, and prepaid expenses.

Approve monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.

Act as the primary creator of Finance dashboards and reports, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and ministry reporting.

Support staff by developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and providing ad hoc analysis as needed.

Ensure compliance to all WestGate finance policies and all IRS regulations.

Act as primary lead providing support for the annual audit. PRIMARY LEADERSHIP COMPONENTS

Scale: (1) Low - (5) High

Motivational Leadership - "I lead through platform" - 1

Inspire action through platform leadership and motivational speaking

Strategic Leadership - "I lead through systems" - 5

Advance our mission through data, planning, execution, and reporting

Directional Leadership - "I lead through vision" - 3

Ensure progress by defining goals, key objectives and providing guidance

Relational Leadership - "I lead through connection" - 3

Foster growth and well-being through personalized connection and care

Team Leadership - "I lead through team" - 3

Build team by recruiting, training, scheduling, and celebrating contributors

BENEFITS (FULL-TIME)

Paid vacation, holidays, sabbaticals, medical and sick days

Provide medical, dental, vision and mileage reimbursements

Support for mental/emotional/spiritual/physical health through various partnerships

Further educational learning opportunities (conferences, seminars, cohorts & seminary)

Matching retirement savings benefit LEGAL NOTICES - PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand for extended periods.

Perform walking, bending, twisting, and kneeling.

Navigate stairs.

Demonstrate finger and hand dexterity for computer, instrument, and tool operation.

Possess specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, with the ability to adjust focus.

Lift and carry up to 20 pounds with or without assistance. LEGAL NOTICES - WORK CONDITIONS

Operate in a professional office or church environment with standard equipment like computers, printers, filing cabinets, and telephones.

Lead in settings with various equipment, cables, stage lights, loud sounds, and visual stimuli.

Work typically occurs Sunday-Thursday, with occasional Fridays, Saturdays, or evenings as needed.

This job description is not designed to cover or comprehensively list all possible duties, activities, or responsibilities. These requirements may change at any time. Acceptance of this position constitutes the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.

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