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JOB TITLE: Director of Finance FLSA STATUS: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Finance HRS/WEEK: 40+ Hrs

REPORTS TO: Director of Administration & Finance DATE REVISED: 08-20-2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Responsible for the financial accounting activities and reporting of the Central Catholic Offices (CCO) of the Diocese of Sioux City, including internal controls. This includes the Diocese of Sioux City, Priests’ Pension Fund, The Catholic School Foundation, The St. James Fund and Msgr. Lafferty Tuition Foundation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manage accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting for all entities within the CCO.

2. Responsible for the completion of the annual audits of the entities within the Central Catholic Offices.

3. Direct the finance office staff in procedures and systems necessary to maintain proper records and to afford adequate accounting controls and services.

4. Supervise and review processing of payroll and pension benefits. Assure compliance with federal and state withholding and reporting requirements.

5. Issue monthly and quarterly financial statements for departments for all entities in the CCO.

6. Coordinate with the Director of Stewardship all bequests, gifts, and planned giving opportunities.

7. Oversee the Director of Parish Accounting with parish and school accounting policies and guidance.

8. Assist the Director of Administration & Finance in special projects related to the financial operations of the Diocese and its related entities.

Responsible for the assignment of work and delegation of responsibilities to other employees. Authorized to interview, hire and dismiss employees; establish standards and evaluate employee performance; and initiate disciplinary procedures.

Positions supervised:

Title Number of Employees

Accounting Manager 1

Accounting Analyst 1

Finance Assistant 1

Director of Parish and School Accounting 1

Adm. Asst. .5

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED OR PREFERRED:

Must be a Catholic in good standing with a four-year degree in accounting and a minimum of five - seven years of accounting experience. Adequate supervisory experience preferred. CPA certification preferred. Knowledge of fund accounting, payroll processing and internal auditing preferred. Experience in preparation of audit papers preferred. Experience in the use of computers and accounting software, spreadsheets and word processing required. Ability to communicate with pastors, staff and advisory boards required. Previous experience in public presentation of information and financial data desired.

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary work - involves sitting most of the time, walking and standing are required occasionally. Although work is performed primarily under inside environmental conditions, the required travel may result in temporary exposure to outside environmental conditions. Regular driving and valid driver’s license are required. Excellent listening abilities and strong communication skills needed, including the ability to interact with staff, parishioners, and administrative boards and committees in verbal and written form.

Confidentiality regarding all financial information required.

Duties require a wide range of intellectual and practical problem-solving skills and comprehension of complex concepts.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required in the position described and may be supplemented or amended as necessary. I have read and understand these job duties and my supervisor has reviewed these requirements with me. In addition, I affirm that I understand my role in the ministry of the church, that I fully support that ministry, and that I will behave in a way that is consistent with the guidance of the Bishop and the greater church. I agree, to be respectful of the Catholic Church and its teachings and to comply with the moral standards of the Roman Catholic Church. I will refrain from any conduct or lifestyle that is in contradiction to Catholic social doctrine or morals including, but not limited to: cohabitation outside of marriage; sexual activity outside of wedlock; same-sex sexual activity; use of abortion; use of surrogate mother; advocacy (defined as presenting or promoting as acceptable) for conduct, lifestyle, positions, policies, programs, causes or movements in contradiction to Catholic social doctrine or morals; and/or flagrant deceit or dishonesty.