Business Manager
Archdiocese of St. Louis
- Chesterfield, MO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
- Prepares, administers and reviews budget process in collaboration with finance and other commissions, subject to review and/or approval by Parish Council, as required.
- Acts as liaison between the parish and the archdiocese in financial matters.
- Maximizes cash management resources.
- Coordinates and reviews parish organizations’ funds.
- Establishes and maintains evaluation process.
- Administers salaries and benefits programs.
- Supervises parish secretary, clerical aides, financial staff and maintenance staff.
- Participates in the hiring and termination policies of the parish in collaboration with the Pastor.
- Directs the management of the parish office.
- Oversees the management of the parish records.
- Coordinates parish liability and property insurance, workers’ compensation with archdiocesan general insurance program.
- Maintains all cemetery records if applicable.
- Maintains good working relationships, effective communications between parish community, various groups and outside authorities.
- Attends all pastoral staff meetings, commission meetings and Parish Council meetings, as necessary.
- Attends all archdiocesan meetings, as necessary, representing the parish and the Pastor.
- Consults with and advises Pastor and Principal on business and administrative matters that affect the parish and school.
- Supervises any major construction, improvement or repair.
- Solicits and reviews bids and quotes and negotiates contracts.
- Establishes and monitors preventive maintenance programs for all properties.
- Maintains security of property (Key files, etc.).
- College degree desired and/or five to ten (5-10) years business experience
- Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Previous supervisory experience required
- General knowledge and support of the Catholic Church, Catholic sacraments, Catholic rites and liturgies
- Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Must have good organizational skills
- Must have good recordkeeping skills
- Must have good facilitation skills
- Must have ability to manage
- Must have ability to present themselves professionally
- Must have ability to maintain confidentiality
- Must have ability to prioritize and to be flexible
- Must be able to work well with Pastor and other department heads
- Handle Parish personnel issues
- Work with parish council and various parish organizations
- Work well with outside contractors and vendors
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.