Controller

The Wesleyan Church is committed to transforming lives churches and communities through the hope and holiness of Jesus Christ. Our ministries leaders and staff work together to support this mission across every zip code. We are seeking a dedicated Controller who embodies integrity stewardship and operational excellence to join our finance team.

Position Summary

The Controller partners withthe Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/ General Treasurer helping to provide strategic financial leadership and overseeing the daily financial and accounting operations of The Wesleyan Church Corporation. This role ensures the accuracy stewardship and transparency of financial information that supports Directors the Executive Cabinet Executive Board and General Board in making well-informed decisions.

The Controller leads a team responsible for accounting accounts payable/receivable payroll deferred gifts and grants administration. This position partners closely with ministry leaders and collaborates with HR and IT to enhance integrated systems that support effective ministry operations. The Controller also prepares and coordinates audits and ensures adherence to financial policies procedures and regulatory requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Management & Team Leadership

  • Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures in compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Manage outsourced accounting functions.

  • Assist the CFO in developing monitoring and achieving departmental goals.

  • Oversee daily operations of the accounting department and ensure an organizational structure aligned with departmental objectives.

  • Recruit hire train and develop finance team members; support individual and team growth to achieve organizational goals.

  • Provide direct supervision coaching and feedback to Finance Department staff.

  • Foster a positive collaborative and supportive work environment.

  • Conduct regular team meetings and finance-related training sessions.

• Financial Accountability

• • Manage cash flow to ensure efficient use of funds and maximize returns on investment balances.

  • Oversee the chart of accounts and maintain internal controls to minimize financial and operational risks.

  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of domestic and international payrolls wire transfers and EFTs.

  • Ensure trust and gift-related transactions comply with gift agreements.

• Reporting

• • Produce timely and accurate financial statements for The Wesleyan Church and its subsidiaries.

  • Provide financial analysis as needed to support leadership decisions.

  • Assist the CFO in preparing the annual corporate report.

  • Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes and monitor/report on variances.

• Compliance

• • Coordinate external audit activities and support audit readiness.

  • Ensure compliance with federal state and local reporting requirements and tax filings.

• Additional Responsibilities

• • Assist in cash and investment advisory and management activities.

  • Conduct special studies and projects as assigned by the CFO.

  • Maintain professional knowledge through training publications and professional networks.

  • Support event budgeting and assist with coordination of event-related financial activities.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• • Personal qualities of integrity credibility and unwavering commitment to Christ and the mission of The Wesleyan Church.

  • Proactive hands-on and strategic mindset with shared responsibility for financial leadership.

  • Commitment to recruiting mentoring and developing a diverse team with strong delegation skills.

  • Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior leaders boards and non-financial staff.

  • Ability to translate complex financial concepts for various audiences and levels of financial literacy.

Minimum Education and Experience

• • Bachelors degree in accounting or finance required; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

  • Extensive experience managing audits financial reporting budgeting AP/AR general ledger oversight payroll and investment accounting.

  • Technology-savvy with experience evaluating selecting and implementing financial systems; advanced proficiency in accounting and reporting software.