New Zealand/ Australia: Local Unit Manager at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Overview
The Finance and Records Department (FRD) is seeking to appoint a Local Unit (LU) Manager based at the Pacific Area Office in Takapuna, Auckland. This is a permanent, full time position reporting directly to the Area Controller. The LU Manager will oversee all aspects of local unit finance and record keeping across the Pacific Area and lead a team of analysts in providing support to priesthood leaders and other Church departments.
Role
The Finance and Records Department (FRD) is seeking to appoint a Local Unit (LU) Manager based at the Pacific Area Office in Takapuna, Auckland. This is a permanent, full‑time position reporting directly to the Area Controller. The LU Manager will oversee all aspects of local unit finance and record‑keeping across the Pacific Area and lead a team of analysts in providing support to priesthood leaders and other Church departments.
Responsibilities
The core responsibilities of a LU Manager include liaising with priesthood leaders and staff throughout the Pacific Area Office, providing information and training as required, analysing local unit financial and membership data including quarterly reports, membership audits, and annual tithing reports to ensure accuracy and identify trends, lead strategic projects, and processing of applications and recommendations in relation to leaders and boundaries. Key interactions include Area Presidency members, area seventy, stake presidents, area department managers, and headquarter subject matter experts.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
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Higher degree and/or certification (including CPA, CMA, and/or MBA)
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At least 8+ years of professional managerial or supervisory experience in record-keeping, financial accounting, or auditing
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Minimum of 2 years leading and overseeing the work of others, either directly or indirectly
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Solid understanding of LU finance and record-keeping systems, Church networks, and basic software applications
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Professional level oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across levels
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In-depth experience and understanding of Church governance, policy, doctrine and principles, including familiarity with the Church’s General Handbook
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Proven ability to interpret large data sets, draw conclusions, generate insights and provide actionable recommendations
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Advanced computer, analytical and creative skills, and strong public speaking experience
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Has flexibility to travel throughout the Pacific
The applicants must have legal right to work in New Zealand.
A police background check may be required.
