Analyst,Financial,Sr (Full-Time) - Special Projects Department
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Description
To help the Church accomplish its religious mission, all employees must hold a current temple recommend (if endowed) or be
temple worthy as indicated by a certification from an ecclesiastical leader (if not endowed). Employees are expected to follow
the teachings of Jesus Christ and Church leaders and live principles of honesty, integrity, and morality. Where applicable,
employees should work with, support, and advise ecclesiastical leaders in the discharge of their religious duties. Employees
serve as role models for members by fulfilling the Church's work with divine guidance. They maintain a spirit of religious
compassion towards others and an attitude of devotion to God. Regular attendance and timely arrival at the assigned work
location is required to accomplish the work of furthering the mission of the Church.
Responsibilities
Review and approve project related documentation. Ensure effective project setup and ongoing document coordination with internal and external parties. Analyze budget to actual information at a detail level to ensure correct coding. Ensure compliance with current accounting principles. Ensure department processes are being followed and appropriate controls are functioning. Identify and update potential areas of concern (project risks) and associated mitigation of such. Review project data at a detail level and prepare adjustments as necessary. Participate in project meetings on a regular basis. Prepare project reports for department and project management as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related degree. CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred. 8+ years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, business management, or other equivalent experience. Demonstrates strong understanding of accounting principles. Working knowledge of construction accounting is strongly desired. Proficient using Microsoft Office and other applicable software. Ability to focus on details. Good verbal and written communication skills.
About Us
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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