Parish Business Manager - Holy Trinity Catholic Parish Applicant Information Packet - Job Posting Sept. 14, 2024

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Parish Business Manager application packet for Holy Trinity Catholic Parish in Comstock Park, describing a full-time salaried exempt administrator role responsible for physical, financial, and human resource stewardship, including the parish school. Responsibilities cover cash flow and compliance, accurate weekly and periodic financial reporting, annual budget preparation, liaison work with the Diocese of Grand Rapids, payroll and benefits administration, fixed-asset oversight, campus safety and risk management, IT coordination, and assigned duties. Applicants submit a cover letter, resume with salary history, and at least three references by the listed review period.

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Parish Business Manager INFORMATION PACKET FOR APPLICANTS Job Posting 􀁟 Sept. 14, 2024 The complete job description begins on the next page > Parish Business Manager Holy Trinity Catholic Parish in Comstock Park seeks a professional administrator who is blessed with financial acuity and deeply committed to the values of the Gospel. The business manager works closely with the pastor, principal and parish leadership as the lead steward of the physical, financial and human resources of the faith community , including the parish school. Candidates will need a degree in accounting or business or at least five years of relevant work experience. Perched among the ridges just a mile from bustling Alpine Avenue, Holy Trinity Catholic serves both rural and urban families in a culture marked by humility and generosity. The parish has more than 500 families whose tithing, tuition and other fundraising efforts support a ministries budget of $1.5 million. The parish is debt free. Review of applications will commence Oct. 8, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. This information can also be accessed at [holytrinitycp.org/about/jobopportunities](holytrinitycp.org/about/jobopportunities) APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Send the following documents in PDF format via email [to](to frchris@holytrinitycp.org)[ ](to frchris@holytrinitycp.org)[frchris@holytrinitycp.org](to frchris@holytrinitycp.org) [1](1)) cover letter; 2) resumé with salary history ; 3) at least three references. Please include your last name and “Business Manager” in the subject line. BUSINESS MANAGER | Holy Trinity Catholic Parish Purpose of this Ministry The parish business manager works closely with the pastor, principal and parish leadership by serving as the lead administrator of the physical, financial and human resources of the parish, including Holy Trinity Catholic School. As a member of the parish’s core team, the business manager is a person of faith whose servant-leadership, financial acuity, management skills and commitment to the gospel inspire the practice of stewardship throughout the community, enabling the parish to advance in its mission and purpose. Reports to: Pastor Supervises: Parish staff members as directed by the pastor, volunteers who assist in projects under the purview of the business manager. Collaborates with: School principal, parish staff, leadership commissions and diocesan staff. Status: Full-time 􀁟 Salaried 􀁟 Exempt Responsibilities and Tasks 1. Directly accountable for the financial functions of the parish and school, ensuring business operations comply with civil and canon laws. 2. Establishes and maintains a responsible cash flow system to serve the ongoing operation of the parish and its school. 3. Supports daily activities of the parish office team and fosters parishioner relations. 4. Promotes stewardship by providing accurate and timely financial reports to the pastor, Finance Council, School Board, department heads, parishioners and the Diocese of Grand Rapids, including: • Weekly contribution reports • Month and year-end financial statements • Annual updates to the parish 5. Leads the process to prepare, administer and review the annual budget in collaboration with the pastor, principal, department heads and leadership committees. 6. Acts as liaison between the parish and the diocese in financial and business matters. 7. Serves the Finance Council by communicating diocesan guidelines and expectations and by ensuring the monthly agenda aligns with parish goals and priorities. 8. Promotes staff morale by performing essential human resource functions including: • Administering biweekly payroll • Maintaining staff personnel records and employee handbook in collaboration with school principal • Administering benefits programs including insurance plans, retirement plan and 403(b) plan. 9. Helps keep parish campus and facilities are safe, secure and well maintained by s

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What does the Parish Business Manager do?

The role serves as the lead administrator for the parish’s physical, financial, and human resources, including the parish school, while supporting stewardship through servant-leadership and financial reporting.

What are the key financial responsibilities?

The business manager ensures compliance for financial operations, maintains responsible cash flow, provides accurate and timely financial reports, and leads annual budget preparation and review.

What application materials are required?

Applicants must send a cover letter, a resumé with salary history, and at least three references in PDF format by email, including the applicant’s last name and “Business Manager” in the subject line.

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