Job Title: Finance Coordinator

Location: SAMMinistries Administrative Offices

Reports To: Accounting Manager

FLSA Status: Salaried Non-Exempt

Prepared By: Chief Financial Officer

Approved By: President and CEO

Approval Date: June 8, 2026

Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000

Apply to: https://www.samm.org/careers/

SUMMARY: The Finance Coordinator is responsible for financial transactions for their assigned departments, programs, and federal, state and philanthropic grants, including accounts payable, grant invoicing and corresponding accounts receivable, grant supporting documentation, and implementation of new funding sources. The selected candidate also assists in the annual development and monthly tracking of departmental and grant budgets and responds to related inquiries. The Finance Coordinator will maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and must be able to work independently with strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on complex tasks with minimal direction.

I. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

a. Review and process accounts payable invoices for payment, maintain proper documentation, and ensure correct coding.

b. Investigate and resolve issues/inquiries from internal and external stakeholders associated with the processing of disbursements.

c. Handle all vendor correspondence and maintain current vendor contact and banking information.

d. Work with Accounting Manager to complete and present monthly financial information to Program Managers, including explanations on variance as well as mid-year and year-end forecasting.

e. Maintain grant budgets and respond to departmental inquiries regarding budget vs. actuals.

f. Coordinate with Accounting Manager to implement new funding sources, including budgeting, verification of funds, expenses, and reporting.

g. Assist in compiling information and preparing responses during the annual independent financial audit.

II. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

a. Develop goals, priorities and timelines on a regular basis, ensuring timely and efficient management and completion of all tasks.

b. Attend staff meetings and participate in organization-wide planning activities.

c. Handle other tasks as assigned by the Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Controller, or Chief Financial Officer.

d. Keep up to date on finance/accounting best practices and applicable government legislation by reading industry publications, attending workshops, seminars, and conferences.

e. Undertake all activities with the highest ethical standards.

f. Must be able to handle multiple tasks and self-direct work conscientiously with minimal supervision.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

An Associates or Bachelor’s or Degree in Accounting or a related field, or 5 years of equivalent experience in accounts payable, credit card reconciliation, and general bookkeeping is required. Experience in finance functions in a government or quasi-governmental agency or other non-profit organization is preferred. Sage Intacct experience is a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

It is imperative that the person in this position possess strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and computer literacy skills; strong attention to detail, accuracy and capable of meeting deadlines; ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations; ability to write business correspondence, and policies; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, prospective employees, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Candidate must have a valid Texas Driver's License, a good driving record, reliable transportation and proper insurance coverage on automobile used for work. Monthly mileage reimbursed for applicable and documented work-related mileage.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax machine, and a telephone with intercom. Abili