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Position: Full-time Business Manager. This position will be vacant in March 2026.
Work Location: primary - St. Boniface Parish, 22 Mary Street, Zurich, Ontario. Travel to all parishes in the Lake Huron Catholic Family of Parishes (Goderich, St. Joseph, Zurich, Exeter, Mount Carmel, Grand Bend) will be required.
Commitment: 32 hours a week. Flexibility to work evening hours and/or on the weekend to address pastoral needs is required in this position.
Compensation: expected wage range: $39.25 to $45.50 hourly. This position is eligible for participation in the lay staff benefits plan and pension program.
Posting Date: January 15, 2026
Closing Date: February 10, 2026
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Pastor, the Business Manager supports the Lake Huron Catholic Family of Parishes by providing leadership and oversight in the areas of finance, building and property management, office administration, human resources, communications, and fundraising. Working closely with the Pastor, the Business Manager ensures the effective and efficient administration of parish operations in alignment with diocesan policies, legislative requirements, and the mission of the Catholic Church.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:- Work collaboratively with Diocesan Centre departments (Finance, Human Resources, Construction and Restoration, IT, Pastoral Ministry, etc.) to ensure compliance with diocesan policies and legislative guidelines.
- Make recommendations, obtain required approvals, and take action to support the overall financial stability of the Family of Parishes.
- Supervise and support parish Bookkeepers in completing financial and accounting functions, including signing authority, preparing charity returns and HST payments, issuing tax receipts, reconciling accounts, managing cash flow, preparing budgets and financial statements, and completing required diocesan and government reports.
- Oversee all fundraising activities across the Family of Parishes.
- Coordinate, attend, and support Finance Committee and Building Committee meetings.
- Prepare and present budgets, updates, reports, and recommendations to the Pastor, committees, and parishioners as required.
- Oversee human resources functions for lay staff, including recruitment, training, performance management, compensation, attendance, discipline, and termination.
- Manage building and property maintenance for all FOP locations, including safety and insurance inspections, contractor management, capital project oversight, general maintenance, and ensuring security for all users of parish properties.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, accessibility standards, and all relevant safety legislation.
- Supervise the administration of parish offices to maintain efficient, customer-oriented operations in reception, communications, purchasing, technology, custodial services, housekeeping, and safety/security.
- Perform other duties of a similar nature as assigned by the Pastor.
- Degree or diploma in Business Administration or a related field
- 5 years of supervisory or managerial experience in a professional business environment.
- Experience in general business administration, accounting/finance, and/or human resources.
- Experience working with volunteers, committees, or boards is an asset.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft 365.
- Knowledge of charitable regulations is preferred.
- A personal commitment to serving the parishes and a faith-based understanding of the Catholic Church, its mission, and its culture.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and/or weekends as required.
- A valid driver’s license and access to personal transportation is required.
A police record check as deemed suitable by the Diocese of London, will be required of the successful candidate.
Note: All new staff are required to complete online mandatory training available in English or French. Basic computer and reading proficiency to successfully complete this education is required.
Please submit your resume along with references to: Email: [email protected]
We thank all who apply to this position for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Diocese of London is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. In keeping with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection processes, please make your needs known at that time.