At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website (
www.elevationchurch.org) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee Elevation’s financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and audit preparation.
- Lead and continue to develop a high-capacity Finance Team, fostering a culture of accuracy, trust, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with executive and campus leaders to equip them with financial tools and insights to help them lead wisely.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and all regulatory requirements.
- Proactively identify opportunities to optimize spending, increase margin for ministry, and align resources to vision.
- Manage the church’s cash flow, investment strategies, and reserve planning to maintain financial health and sustainability.
- Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable narratives for leadership and key stakeholders.
- Steward vendor relationships and contracts related to financial operations and systems.
- Ensure proper accounting for contributions and coordinate quarterly donor communications that encourage a culture of faithful giving and financial transparency.
- Oversee the corporate credit card program and disbursement processes, ensuring all transactions are properly coded, approved, and within budget guidelines.
- Lead coordination of Elevation Church’s annual audit, preparing all required documentation and maintaining readiness throughout the year.
MUST-HAVES
- Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
- 8+ years of financial management experience, with at least 3 years in a director or senior leadership role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred).
- Strong understanding of GAAP, nonprofit accounting practices, and financial systems (we use Sage Intacct).
- Proven ability to lead high-capacity teams, manage complex projects, and communicate financial insights to non-financial audiences.
NICE-TO-HAVES
- Experience working in a non-profit environment or ministry setting
DAY-TO-DAY
- We’re a Sunday-Thursday work environment. Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30 AM - 5 PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
- There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re fast-paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us.
- Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to have fun!
- You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people. Professional development opportunities will be all around you, both in structured and unstructured ways.
- We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
- Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative.
BENEFITS
- Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff
- 403b with 4% match
- Dental & Vision benefits
- Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
- Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
- Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)
