Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Irvine, CA | Full-Time, Exempt | $85,000-$100,000/year | 100% Onsite
About Good Shepherd
At Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, our mission is to know Jesus deeply, live life authentically, and lead others to Him. We are a growing, debt-free church with a thriving preschool—one of the most respected in California—and a renewed vision for community impact. As we enter a new season of growth and partnership, we are seeking a Finance Manager who will play a key role in stewarding our financial health and helping us live out our mission with excellence.
Our Values
• Servant Driven – We see a need and choose to serve. • All Generations – We believe God works powerfully through every generation. • Life Together – We walk through life together, not alone. • Transformational Living – We believe faith changes everything. • Yield to the Spirit – We follow where the Spirit leads, not our own plans.
Our Team Culture
We are a team that is growing in Christ, does whatever it takes, is warm and inviting, and remains coachable. We pursue excellence, embrace humility, and lead with grace.
Position Summary
The Finance Manager provides strategic and hands-on leadership of all financial operations for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and Preschool. Reporting to the Sr. Pastor and in collaboration with the Board Treasurer, Preschool Director and other leaders, this position oversees budgeting, accounting, reporting, and cash flow management. The Finance Manager ensures sound stewardship of resources that advances the church’s mission and ministry. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, faith-driven professional who is adaptable, detail-oriented, and confident enough to speak up, push back when needed, and follow through with excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy
Partner with the Pastor, Board Treasurer, and Leadership Team to align financial planning with the church and preschool’s mission and strategic initiatives.
Oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounting, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for both the church and preschool.
Provide timely, accurate financial information to leadership and the board to inform decisions and maintain transparency.
Manage cash flow, investments, and reserves to ensure long-term stability.
Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures in alignment with best practices and nonprofit accounting standards.
Operational Oversight
Supervise one direct report responsible for HR administration and contributions management.
Oversee the integration and coordination of financial processes between the church and preschool.
Collaborate cross-functionally with ministry and program leaders to support responsible budgeting and spending.
Manage vendor relationships, insurance renewals, and compliance with financial and legal requirements.
Supports the annual inspection/audit and review processes.
Leadership & Collaboration
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team, contributing to the church’s overall direction and organizational health.
Communicate financial concepts clearly and compassionately to non-financial audiences, including staff and ministry teams.
Model servant leadership, collaboration, and stewardship in every interaction.
Support a culture of accountability, growth, and grace.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 7 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, ideally in a nonprofit or church setting.
Strong understanding of nonprofit fund accounting and compliance standards.
Proficiency with accounting software, Excel, and database management.
Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead with integrity, humility, and discernment.
Commitment to Good Shepherd’s Christian values and mission.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $85,000–$100,000, commensurate with experience
Generous health benefits and paid time off
Retirement savings plan
Family-oriented, faith-based culture that values work-life balance
Supportive transition period with the retiring Director of Finance
Why Join Us
This is more than a finance role—it’s a calling to steward resources that change lives. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven team in an organization that’s debt-free, growing, and deeply rooted in faith and community. If you are servant-hearted, strategic, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is proudly partnered with OneOC to secure the next top-tier finance professional for this role. If you're ready for this leadership role, we want to hear from you! Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to MEchevarria@OneOC.org with the subject line “Good Shepherd Finance Manager Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Any resumes sent or telephone calls made to Good Shepherd will be redirected to OneOC.
Note: This job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.