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The Summit Church

Accounting Associate

Durham, NC · On-site

Summary of Position The Accounting Associate is an integral part of the accounting and finance team that oversees all accounting and finance matters for the church. The position will primarily be ...

United Church

Children's Ministry Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Develop and manage the children's ministry budget in alignment with church financial policies. * Review and approve curriculum to ensure theological alignment with church doctrine. * Utilize emerging ...

Real Life Church

Finance Admin

Valencia, CA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Be familiar with the weekly payables process using the church accounting software to function as a ... Supports the Finance and Systems Director to maintain the integrity of the church donor database ...

Real Life Church

Finance Admin

Valencia, CA

$21 - $25/hr

Be familiar with the weekly payables process using the church accounting software to function as a ... Supports the Finance and Systems Director to maintain the integrity of the church donor database ...

Catalyst Church

Finance Specialist

Jacksonville, NC · On-site

Finance Specialist Catalyst Church | Full-Time Help Steward Resources That Change Lives At Catalyst Church, we believe every dollar entrusted to the church represents someone's act of worship. Behind ...

St. Jude's Episcopal Church

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Church Office Administrator

Niceville, FL · On-site

$32K - $35K/yr

Annual meeting materials Financial and Personnel Administration * Coordinate volunteer counters ... Experience in a church or nonprofit organization * Familiarity with Episcopal Church structures and ...

Catalyst Church

Finance Specialist

Jacksonville, NC · On-site

Finance Specialist Catalyst Church | Full-Time Help Steward Resources That Change Lives At Catalyst Church, we believe every dollar entrusted to the church represents someone's act of worship. Behind ...

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How much do church finance jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for church finance in the United States is $92,631.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Church Finance?

A Church Finance job involves managing the financial operations of a church, including budgeting, bookkeeping, donations, payroll, and financial reporting. This role ensures that the church's financial resources are handled transparently and in alignment with ethical and legal guidelines. Responsibilities may also include preparing financial statements, overseeing audits, and advising church leadership on financial planning. Effective church financial management helps sustain ministry programs and supports the church's mission while maintaining accountability to congregants and donors.

What are some common challenges faced in a Church Finance role, and how can they be managed effectively?

Church Finance professionals often encounter challenges such as managing limited budgets, navigating complex donation tracking, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit financial regulations. Balancing transparency with privacy, particularly when handling sensitive donor or payroll information, is essential. Collaboration with clergy, ministry leaders, and volunteers is a regular part of the job, requiring both clarity in communication and flexibility. Staying organized and proactively addressing potential discrepancies or compliance issues can greatly aid in overcoming these challenges and supporting the church’s mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Church Finance position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Church Finance, you need a solid foundation in accounting principles, financial management, and familiarity with nonprofit or faith-based organization regulations, often supported by a relevant degree or experience. Proficiency with accounting software like QuickBooks, donor management systems, and Microsoft Excel is typically required, and certifications such as CPA or experience with nonprofit finance are valued. Integrity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you build trust and maintain clear reporting in a sensitive environment. These abilities are crucial for accurately managing church resources, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the church’s financial sustainability.

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Infographic showing various Church Finance job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,631 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

University of MI | New Life Church

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

Reliant Harvest
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Job description

We're excited that you are considering joining us at New Life Church through Reliant! Reliant is a faith-based nonprofit that partners with missional churches and Gospel-centered nonprofits to mobilize support-based missionaries for the Great Commission. Through Reliant, we provide missionaries with the resources, training, and support needed to thrive in their calling, including the critical process of raising financial and prayer support. Whether you're pursuing a short-term internship, a long-term residency, or a career in ministry, we are here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Here are a couple of quick thoughts to help you through the assessment process:
In this application, you will go through a series of stages:
  1. Application - This is the initial application for Reliant.
  2. Ministry Assessment - This assesses your readiness for your ministry role.
  3. Moral Conduct - This assesses your emotional and character-based readiness for a role in ministry.
  4. Local Interview - In this phase, you will do an interview with your church leadership.
  5. Reliant Review - Reliant will review all the pieces of your application and create a summary to discuss with your local church.
  6. Decision/Discernment - Reliant and your church will come together to make an employment decision.
  7. Provisionally Accepted - If you are accepted onto staff, you will have the opportunity to accept your offer, if desired.
  8. Onboarding - This will include online (and potentially in-person) training and HR paperwork. This is designed to prepare you to become a Reliant employee, as well as ready you to raise financial support.

Note: Once you begin a questionnaire within a stage, you will need to complete that stage fully. You are not able to save within a stage. Please set aside ample time to complete each stage.
When you are ready, click on the "Apply to a Position" button to get started.

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