Bishop Richard J. Malone is pleased to announce that the position of Executive Director of Financial Administration at the Diocese of Buffalo will be filled by Charles Mendolera, effective Wednesday, April 10th. Previously held by Steve Timmel, a 30+ year veteran of the diocese, Mendolera has been serving as the Interim Director since Timmel's departure in March of this year.

Mendolera has served the Diocese as Controller of Financial Administration since 2008. Previously, he held the position of Director of Accounting from 2004-2008. Chuck brings a very successful history of career experiences in areas encompassing financial management, operational oversight, and risk assessment.

Prior to joining the Buffalo Diocese, Mendolera worked for TOPS Markets as Vice President/Controller, as Director of Warehouse Accounting & Cash Management and Director of Risk Management from 1995-2003. Chuck is a graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo.