Buisness Manager

Job Description

The Commissariat is seeking a Business Manager to oversee the financial, administrative, and operational functions in support of its religious mission and ministry for the Commissariat and the Pontifical Good Friday Collection. This position ensures responsible stewardship of resources, effective office operations, compliance with legal and nonprofit requirements, and support for staff, volunteers, and programs.

The Business Manager works collaboratively with leadership to promote transparency, accountability, and efficient administration while respecting the Catholic values and mission of the organization.

This is a full-time position offering benefits including health, dental, vision and a 403(b) plan, as well as the potential for meaningful, long-term work at the monastery, a peaceful and prayerful place of pilgrimage, service, and sacred spaces, rooted in the Catholic faith and the Franciscan tradition.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management
• Prepare and monitor annual budgets in collaboration with leadership.
• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems.
• Process accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for leadership and board review.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and nonprofit compliance reporting.
• Oversee cash flow management and internal financial controls.
• Manage fundraising tracking and donor reporting.

Office and Administrative Operations
• Supervise daily office operations and administrative procedures.
• Maintain organizational records, contracts, insurance policies, and licenses.
• Coordinate vendor relationships and office equipment.
• Support meetings by preparing agendas, reports, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.

Human Resources Support
• Assist with employee onboarding, payroll administration, and benefits coordination.
• Maintain personnel records and support performance evaluation processes.
• Help ensure compliance with employment policies and safe environment requirements.
• Support volunteer coordination and recordkeeping as needed.

Mission and Leadership Support
• Support the mission, values, and ministries of the Commissariat.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all matters.
• Work collaboratively with friars, staff, volunteers, and community members.
• Participate in strategic planning and organizational development initiatives.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, nonprofit management, or related field required.
• Strong financial management and bookkeeping skills.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Committed to maintaining a respectful demeanor suited for a religious environment, conducting themselves with integrity, and acting in a manner consistent with the teachings, doctrines, laws, and policies of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
• Employees will be required to complete VISTUS Training, which includes a background check and fingerprinting.

Preferred Qualities
• Experience in nonprofit, church, or faith-based administration.
• Experience in BlackBaud / Raiser's Edge a strong plus.
• Ability to interact respectfully with diverse groups and stakeholders.
• Strong ethical standards and attention to detail.
• Collaborative leadership style and servant-minded approach.

Work Schedule
• Full-time on site.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability for meetings or events.

Compensation
• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits according to organizational policy.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The organization is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace consistent with its religious mission and applicable laws.

About the Employer

The Commissariat for the Holy Land is a religious nonprofit located at the Franciscan Monastery in Washington DC responsible for raising funds in the United States to support the mission of safeguarding the Christian presence in the Holy Land and raising awareness in the United States for the plight of Christians in the Holy Land.