Finance Director

At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website (www.elevationchurch.org) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee Elevation’s financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and audit preparation.
• Lead and continue to develop a high-capacity Finance Team, fostering a culture of accuracy, trust, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with executive and campus leaders to equip them with financial tools and insights to help them lead wisely.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and all regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identify opportunities to optimize spending, increase margin for ministry, and align resources to vision.
• Manage the church’s cash flow, investment strategies, and reserve planning to maintain financial health and sustainability.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable narratives for leadership and key stakeholders.
• Steward vendor relationships and contracts related to financial operations and systems.
• Ensure proper accounting for contributions and coordinate quarterly donor communications that encourage a culture of faithful giving and financial transparency.
• Oversee the corporate credit card program and disbursement processes, ensuring all transactions are properly coded, approved, and within budget guidelines.
• Lead coordination of Elevation Church’s annual audit, preparing all required documentation and maintaining readiness throughout the year.
  

MUST-HAVES

• Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
• 8+ years of financial management experience, with at least 3 years in a director or senior leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, nonprofit accounting practices, and financial systems (we use Sage Intacct).
• Proven ability to lead high-capacity teams, manage complex projects, and communicate financial insights to non-financial audiences.
  

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Experience working in a non-profit environment or ministry setting
  

DAY-TO-DAY

• We’re a Sunday-Thursday work environment.  Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30 AM - 5 PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
• There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re fast-paced.  We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us.
• Yes, we work hard.  But we’re good at playing hard, too.  We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to have fun!
• You can’t help but grow on our staff.  You’ll be around some incredible people.  Professional development opportunities will be all around you, both in structured and unstructured ways.
• We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.  
• Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative.

BENEFITS

• Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff
• 403b with 4% match
• Dental & Vision benefits
• Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
• Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
• Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)