Church Administrator

6 / 6 / 2024

Reports to : Senior Pastor

Directly Supervises : up to 4 staff, as a shared responsibility with the Senior Pastor

Status : Full-time

FSLA : Exempt

Salary : based on relevant experience and skills

About Central United Methodist Church

Central UMC is a community for Christ in the center of the city. We are the longest ongoing institution in uninterrupted existence in Asheville, NC an eclectic downtown with a vibrant music, arts, and brewery scene.

We are a regional church, drawing worshippers from all over Buncombe County (and beyond).

Central UMC is also a church for everyone without exception. We claimed that stance in 2012 regarding the LGBTQ+ community and are working to apply it to every aspect of our lives.

Sunday morning worship takes place at 8 : 45 and 10 : 55am. Both services are traditional and supported by organ, several choirs, and periodically brass or handbells.

A typical Sunday sees around 300 people attending in-person and around 150 attending online.

Central is planting a congregation at Haw Creek Commons, a former United Methodist Church turned community center in the Haw Creek neighborhood of Asheville.

Over the past year we have seen increases in both attendance and giving that point us in a growing trajectory. We are looking toward a future where are buildings, finances, and staff are aligned toward the goal of inviting an increasing number of everyones into an ever-deepening community of Christ.

Job Summary

The Church Administrator will oversee the financial, human, and physical resources of Central United Methodist Church and align them toward the direction set by the Senior Pastor.

Exact duties will vary depending on the experience and talents of the individual hired, but must include :

• Financial Providing primary oversight Facilitating the annual budgeting process, including stewardship Ensuring an annual audit takes place
• Personnel Assisting the Senior Pastor with staff supervision Administering benefits
• Facilities Working with the Facilities Manager, Trustees, and Property Committee to manage the buildings and property Arranging for insurance
• Risk management and compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Staff Relationships

The Church Administrator reports directly to the Senior Minister. The position requires the Church Administrator to form strong working relationships with the Senior Minister, other Central staff, volunteers, and laity.

Work Environment

The position is full time (40 hour per week) salary exempt. The Church Administrator will maintain an office at the church and develop a work schedule with regular office hours (as approved by the Senior Minister).

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 5 years experience in church or not-for-profit financial management (or) degree in a related field
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, payroll, and intermediate-level Excel experience
• Strong proficiency in financial recordkeeping, bookkeeping, personnel, and insurance knowledge
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, database skills
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
30+ days ago