Coordinator I - Budget & Accounting

Accounting Department

Non-Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Budget-Purchasing Coordinator I position participates in the daily budgetary and purchasing functions
of Lakewood Church (LWC), which includes data record entry, reporting activities, and communications,
serving internal and external customers with basic accounting and clerical functions. This position requires
the performance of fundamental spending analysis (budget – actual) and familiarity with the operations and
objectives of an internal budget and purchase order system.

This position reports directly to the Liabilities Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

• Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of LWC policies and procedures related to the Budget-Purchasing department
• Monitor the Purchasing Inbox and all Budget-related emails
• Log requisitions into a Microsoft Excel file
• Create PDF requisition files from submitted Lakewood Requisition forms
• Monitor spending in adherence with the church’s budgetary guidelines
• Procure goods and services through order placement
• Create Purchase Orders in the AX Accounting System; and monitoring orders through the approval process
• Respond to and/or escalate customer inquiries in a timely and courteous manner
• Create vendor accounts in the accounting system
• Monitor product shipments and confirm receipt in the accounting system
• Negotiate vendor pricing, terms, and delivery based upon budget and schedule requirements
• Prepare items and follow up with vendor for returns to ensure proper credit
• Run Actual vs Budget financial reports
• Run monthly preliminary departmental financial statements and ledger detail reports
• Meet with internal customers for budget preparation, maintenance, analysis, needs and concerns
• Review and submit basic monthly budget adjustment requests for approval
• Support the team throughout the basic annual budget process
• Other related duties as assigned

MINISTERIAL DUTIES

As an Employee of Lakewood Church, you are a part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the
Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the Hope found in Jesus to the world. This
means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You
are responsible for communicating the Church’s beliefs and our mission to our congregants, to maintain
a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are required to belong to the Church as part of our faith
community.

This will also include:

• Regular attendance at Church services and classes,
• Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, and
• Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church

QUALIFICATIONS

• Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
• Demonstrate a Christ-like character
• Typing proficiency of at least 50-60WPM with 85-90% accuracy
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures
• Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness
• Ability to work independently and with a team, in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all records
• Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX is preferred

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Degree/GED Required
• Some College Coursework in Accounting, Finance or General Business or 1+ years of recent related experience in a purchasing, budget, or accounts payable environment