The Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, N.C., a rapidly growing region, is seeking a
seasoned Financial Executive to fill the ecclesiastical position of Diocesan Fiscal
Officer. This role serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative
Officer of the Diocese. The position is responsible for managing the finances and
financial planning process for the diocese, analyzing key business issues/challenges,
and developing and implementing strategies to advance the financial health of the
diocese. The position is responsible for financial reporting, tax compliance, cash
management, debt financing and investments; and oversees Accounting, Internal
Audit, Real Estate, Risk Management, IT, Planning and the diocesan retreat centers.
Candidate requirements: Be a practicing Catholic in good standing; Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; hold a CPA or MBA; have a minimum of ten years’ experience with multiple responsibilities in financial leadership positions, have administrative leadership experience in a complex organization, and extensive supervisory responsibilities; must have advanced knowledge of budgeting principles and practices, accounting principles, not-for-profit tax issues, internal control systems, treasury management, investments, and financial reporting methodologies; as well as working knowledge in the following: real estate, risk management, employee benefits, computer systems and fundraising. Additionally, the candidate must have excellent written, verbal and public speaking skills adept to varied audiences, excellent strategic planning and organizational skills with a proven track record of successful program/process implementation and must be able
to quickly and effectively adapt and respond to changing circumstances.
For more information about the Diocese of Charlotte and this position, please
visit: https://bit.ly/360ixoP. Interested candidates are invited to send a letter of interest
with resume and salary history to: Ms. Gretchen Filz, 1123 South Church Street,
Charlotte, NC 28203, or to gmfilz@charlottediocese.org. The letter of interest should elaborate on why the candidate is interested in this position with the Catholic Church
and explain (with examples) why they are uniquely qualified for the position.
Applications accepted through February 25, 2021.