Description:

Job Title: Financial Planning Analyst Department/ Location: Finance

Reports to: Vice Chancellor for Administration Job Classification: Full-Time, Salaried

Job Summary:

The Financial Planning Analyst will assist in planning efforts for parishes, schools, and separately incorporated entities within the Diocese. The position will report to the Financial Planning Manager and will be located at the Chancery offices in Fall River.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Not Applicable

Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform financial reviews/audits of parishes, schools, and other diocesan ministries
Support financial planning processes at parishes, schools, and other diocesan ministries
Provide staff support to various diocesan councils, notably the Central School Board (and it various subcommittees) the Diocesan Finance Council (and its various subcommittees)
Provide support on Chancery financial management, including Chancery budgets and forecasts
Work with prospective vendors on diocesan level purchasing programs, and assist various stakeholders, including pastors, principals, and other diocesan leaders to integrate units into bulk buying programs
Assist in evaluating request for pricing responses from prospective diocesan vendors
Provide support as needed to any external auditors
Assist in defining best practices and creating detailed procedures for parishes, schools, and other diocesan entities
Assist with ad hoc financial projects

Requirements:

Proficient with Quickbooks, Financial Edge, or similar accounting platforms
Strong communication/presentation skills and ability to work with a diverse range of associates
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel to different locations throughout the Diocese of Fall River
Demonstrated awareness and support of the Catholic Church and its traditions
Self-motivated individual able to work as part of a team or independently as necessary
Flexible and able to respond to change, including shifting role as necessary in response to need

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or management; masters preferred

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall jobs

Financial Planning Analyst