Business Manager

Business Manager

Christ & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church – Westport, Connecticut

Christ & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is seeking a kind, detail-oriented, and self-directed Business Manager to oversee the administrative and financial operations of our vibrant parish community.

Located in downtown Westport, Christ & Holy Trinity is an active and growing church campus with a full rhythm of parish life, community gatherings, and ministry programs. During the school year, our CHT Preschool brings an energetic and joyful presence to campus life. This position plays a central role in supporting the financial integrity, stewardship, and day-to-day administrative operations of the parish.

The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, service-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities with professionalism, discretion, and a good sense of humor.

Flexible workweek (20-25 hours); salary to be determined

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Financial Administration

• Must be able to prepare and analyze financial statements
• Work with Treasurer to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Record and reconcile financial transactions including monthly journal entries.
• Review monthly bank reconciliations and financial reports for accuracy
• Track stock donations
• Support timely and accurate financial data management and reporting

Cash Management & Accounts Processing

• Manage banking relationships, including coordination with JPMorgan Chase
• Prepare and process weekly deposits
• Track and process all incoming and outgoing funds (checks, cash, credit cards, and stock transfers)
• Process vendor invoices, reimbursements, and expense payments

Donations & Giving Management

• Oversee all parish donation processing and cash handling procedures
• Maintain contribution records within Realm
• Prepare and distribute quarterly and annual giving statements
• Ensure accurate, secure, and consistent handling of all donations

Payroll & Employment Administration

• Manage payroll and employee benefits
• Maintain employee records and confidential documentation
• Prepare annual 1099 forms
• Serve as liaison with the Diocese for employee onboarding and offboarding
• Ensure compliance with diocesan employment policies and procedures

Budget Planning & Financial Reporting

• Assist the Rector, Treasurer, and staff in preparing the annual operating budget
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance and identify trends, variances, and areas of concern
• Provide quarterly budget reports for ministry and account leaders as needed
• Support preparation of financial, stewardship, campaign, and property-related reports

Audit, Compliance & Parish Reporting

• Assist with preparation for the annual financial audit
• Support preparation of the Annual Report and Episcopal Church Parochial Report
• Maintain organized and compliant financial and administrative records

Required Skills

• Bookkeeping, general accounting and office/business management
• Experience with financial reports and records
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Dropbox
• Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets)
• Ability to learn and manage church management software (Realm)

Desired Qualities

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Self-motivated and solutions-oriented
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills across diverse groups
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Service-oriented mindset
• Flexibility and a sense of humor in a dynamic parish environment

Position will be subject to a clean background check.

Please send pdf of resume (including references) to office@chtwestport.org

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Westport, CT 06880