Andrea Merritt
Director of Finance and Administration @First Presbyterian Church Of Lakeland
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Finance and Administration @First Presbyterian Church Of Lakeland
Lakeland, FL, US
As Director of Finance and Administration, I lead the day-to-day operations that support the mission and ministries of the church. I oversee finance, HR, facilities, IT, and administration, while also supervising key staff across multiple departments.I keep our leadership informed of critical issues and contribute to long-term planning and strategy. Recently, I led the successful implementation of Planning Center Online for ministry operations, Sage Intacct for fund accounting, and Gusto for HR and payroll—streamlining processes and improving efficiency across the organization.I manage budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, audits, and donor contributions, ensuring transparency and accountability. On the HR side, I oversee hiring, benefits, job descriptions, compliance, and staff development. I also manage facility maintenance, capital improvements, safety protocols, insurance, and legal compliance.My goal is to ensure that the operational backbone of the church is strong, strategic, and aligned with our mission.
EDUCATION
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Merchandising
Florida Southern College
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Lakeland High School
Diploma
SKILLS
ABOUT ANDREA MERRITT
Experienced Marketing & Sales Professional with a demonstrated history of working in oil & energy, higher education, and retail industries. Skilled in Digital & Print Marketing, Business Analysis, and Management. Proven success in qualified lead generation, year-over-year revenue increases, and digital campaign management. Wearer of many hats and excellent at juggling them. Strong business professional with a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Florida Southern College and Bachelor of Science from Florida State University. A Florida native with a head for business and a heart for everything Lakeland.
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