Position: Financial Coordinator
Reports To: Director of Parish Operations
Hours: 24 hours/week
Join Our TeamHoly Comforter Episcopal Church is a vibrant and growing parish in Charlotte, North Carolina, committed to worship, fellowship, formation, outreach, and hospitality. We are a welcoming community seeking an experienced Financial Coordinator who values accuracy, integrity, and service while helping steward the financial resources that support our mission.
Position SummaryThe Financial Coordinator manages the day-to-day financial operations of the parish, including bookkeeping, payroll coordination, financial reporting, and stewardship records. Working closely with the Director of Parish Operations, Treasurer, Finance Committee, and external accounting partners, this role helps ensure sound financial management and responsible stewardship.
Financial Operations● Maintain parish financial records using accounting software, Realm, and related financial systems.
● Process contributions, deposits, accounts payable, and disbursements.
● Reconcile bank and investment accounts and maintain the general ledger.
● Coordinate electronic giving and online payment systems.
● Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
Financial Reporting & Compliance● Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
● Assist with budget preparation and the annual audit.
● Coordinate payroll, benefits administration, and required tax reporting.
● Maintain appropriate financial controls and strict confidentiality.
Parish Support● Support stewardship recordkeeping and annual contribution statements.
● Respond to financial questions from staff and ministry leaders.
● Collaborate with staff, volunteers, vendors, and the Finance Committee.
● Attend an occasional evening Finance Committee meeting.
QualificationsRequired● 1–2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
● Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office.
● Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
● High degree of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Preferred● Experience in a church, nonprofit, or small business environment.
● Familiarity with Realm or other church management software.
● Knowledge of payroll processing and employee benefits administration.
● Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
Personal Characteristics● Trustworthy and highly ethical.
● Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
● Collaborative with a servant-hearted approach.
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Committed to supporting the mission of Holy Comforter Episcopal Church.
Compensation & BenefitsThis is a part-time position averaging 24 hours per week with an annual salary range of $30,000–$32,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position offers a flexible work schedule, with the opportunity for partial remote work based on parish needs and operational responsibilities.
To Apply
Please go to to holycomfortercharlotte.org
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Skills Required
- 1-2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
- Proficiency with QuickBooks
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- High degree of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Experience in a church, nonprofit, or small business environment
- Familiarity with Realm or other church management software
- Knowledge of payroll processing and employee benefits administration
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
What We Do
Holy Comforter Episcopal Church is a welcoming, growing Episcopal parish in Charlotte, North Carolina. It supports a community where Christ’s love is known and shared through worship, fellowship, Christian formation, outreach, hospitality, and service. The church offers Sunday worship, bilingual Spanish-English ministries, community programs, and a dual-language preschool, while helping people connect across different stages of faith and life.
