VP of Administration and Finance - Slavic Gospel Association

Remote

Full Time

Executive

About Slavic Gospel Association (SGA)

Founded in 1934, Slavic Gospel Association (SGA) is an international Christian ministry dedicated to sharing the Gospel, equipping the church, and helping the forgotten throughout Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, Israel, and surrounding regions. SGA partners with thousands of indigenous evangelical churches by providing Bible training, church planting support, humanitarian aid, children's ministries, orphan care, and leadership development. Today, SGA supports ministry efforts across multiple countries through a network of churches, pastors, and ministry leaders committed to advancing the Gospel and serving those in need.

Vice President of Administration & Finance

Slavic Gospel Association (SGA)
Location: Loves Park, IL (Hybrid/Remote Considered)
Reports To: President

Position Summary

Slavic Gospel Association (SGA) is seeking a highly relational, operationally minded Vice President of Administration & Finance to provide executive leadership across the organization's financial, administrative, operational, governance, and compliance functions.

This strategic leadership role is broader than a traditional CFO position, combining financial stewardship with operational leadership and organizational development. The Vice President will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, helping strengthen organizational effectiveness, accountability, systems, and long-term sustainability while supporting SGA's mission around the world.

The ideal candidate is a mature Christian leader who brings strong financial and operational expertise, exceptional judgment, emotional intelligence, and a servant-hearted commitment to ministry stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Stewardship

Provide leadership and oversight of all financial operations and accounting functions.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards and GAAP.
Maintain strong internal controls and financial accountability.
Coordinate annual audits and relationships with external auditors.
Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the Board.

Operational & Administrative Leadership

Lead organizational administration and operational infrastructure.
Evaluate and improve systems, workflows, and organizational processes.
Strengthen organizational accountability, communication, and operational effectiveness.
Oversee vendor relationships, facilities coordination, and administrative services.
Develop scalable systems that support long-term organizational growth and sustainability.

Governance & Compliance

Support Board and committee reporting processes.
Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and organizational requirements.
Maintain organizational policies, insurance coverage, compliance records, and operational documentation.
Help ensure adherence to ECFA standards and ministry stewardship commitments.

Leadership & Team Development

Provide leadership, coaching, and development for accounting and administrative staff.
Foster a culture of collaboration, humility, accountability, and servant leadership.
Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and developing future operational leaders.
Clarify responsibilities and strengthen team effectiveness across departments.

International Ministry Financial Coordination

Support oversight of international ministry financial operations and fund distribution processes.
Maintain awareness of international financial compliance considerations and ministry funding structures.
Assist with stewardship of international banking relationships and ministry operations.

Payroll & Human Resources Oversight

Oversee payroll processes and related operational controls.
Partner with outsourced HR providers regarding employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, policies, and HR best practices.
Support organizational compliance with employment-related requirements.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Nonprofit Leadership, or a related field.
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance, administration, operations, or nonprofit leadership.
Experience overseeing accounting operations, budgeting, audits, and organizational systems.
Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, financial reporting, and operational stewardship.
Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and process-improvement experience.
Proficiency with accounting systems, reporting tools, and advanced Excel.

Preferred

Nonprofit and/or ministry experience.
International ministry finance or global nonprofit operations experience.
CPA, MBA, or related professional credential.

Personal Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

A mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Alignment with SGA's Statement of Faith and ministry philosophy.
High emotional intelligence and relational maturity.
Humility, integrity, wisdom, and servant leadership.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership.
Passion for ministry stewardship and organizational excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

SGA offers a competitive salary in the range of $100,000-$115,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Here is a link to the Opportunity Profile for a full job description.

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If you are passionate about combining financial and operational leadership with meaningful Gospel impact, we invite you to apply and explore how your gifts can help strengthen and advance SGA's mission around the world.

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