Pastoral Center, Bloomfield, CT

M-F, Full time

The Archdiocese of Hartford seeks a Director of Financial Operations to oversee financial management for parish schools, diocesan high schools, and other external archdiocesan entities. This role ensures financial stability, compliance with policies, and accurate reporting to key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong financial expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to support school, parish, and entity administrators in financial decision-making.

This role is full-time, eligible for paid time off and benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the Archdiocesan Financial Operating Manual for parish schools.
  • Oversee budgeting, tuition analysis, and financial reporting for schools, parishes, and entities.
  • Ensure timely audits for diocesan high schools and address internal control findings.
  • Meet with school presidents, business managers, and finance councils to review financial performance.
  • Identify and support financially distressed entities, developing forecasts and cash flow projections.
  • Oversee parish financial reporting, audits, and bookkeeping needs, ensuring compliance with Archdiocesan policies; ensuring compliance.
  • Serve as an advisor to pastors, parish staff, school and entity leaders, addressing financial questions and concerns.
  • People manager: Provide leadership, training, and support to downline; manages team of 5 employees.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
  • Certified Public Accountant certification preferred.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Intacct experience is a plus).
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, preferably in nonprofit or education setting.
  • Strong analytical skills to assess financial health and implement solutions.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • CT Driver’s License and willingness to travel throughout the archdiocese.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adaptable to change.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders.
  • Strong people management experience.

Working Environment:

This position requires flexibility, including occasional evening/weekend work and travel to parishes, schools, and entities.

To apply: please submit resume to hr@aohct.org