WHO ARE WE?:
The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati (“JFC”) is hiring an Accounting & Finance Manager for Shared Business Services (SBS), a department of JFC. SBS provides professional finance, accounting, human resource, and risk management and insurance services for the Jewish Federation and for over twenty local Jewish non-profit client agencies and is a critical, valued business partner of those organizations.
JFC connects our community, solves big problems, and stewards community resources. We welcome all cultural backgrounds and faiths including those of every socioeconomic status, race, gender, national background, sexual orientation, gender identity, and physical, mental, and developmental ability. Grounded in Jewish values, together with you, our volunteers, and partner organizations, we support the vulnerable, nurture connections with Israel and Jewish communities globally, and protect and energize Jewish life. We feed the hungry, comfort the sick, care for elderly, and educate our youth. We are your community’s organization problem-solvers and opportunity-makers, committed to ensuring the strength and quality of Jewish life for our children and our children’s children.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Accounting & Finance Manager has accounting and financial oversight responsibilities for certain non-profit clients including the Mayerson Jewish Community Center (JCC), one of SBS’ largest clients. Building strong relationships with and serving as a Business Partner to the Mayerson JCC is critical for success in this role. The Accounting & Finance Manager functionally reports to the Managing Director of Shared Business Services and is a member of the SBS leadership team. In a client service capacity, the Accounting & Finance Manager reports to the Mayerson JCC’s Chief Operating Officer, participates on the Mayerson JCC’s leadership team, and works in close collaboration and partnership with both the Mayerson JCC’s professional staff and the board of directors. Primary duties:
Leadership & Supervision:
- Key member of the Mayerson JCC’s leadership team; works closely with the Mayerson JCC’s management team as well as other professional staff to provide reliable and accurate financial reporting & analyses, budgeting & forecasting, and other financial leadership/support
- Professional staff liaison to the Mayerson JCC’s Finance Committee and works hand-in-hand with the Treasurer
- Professional staff liaison to the JCC Investment Committee
- Manager of two direct reports as well as shared staff resources, overseeing client work performed by those staff members in a shared service environment
Primary Duties:
- Provides input to and support of strategic planning and analysis
- Designs, gains client approval/buy-in, and implements financial policies and procedures necessary to ensure optimal transparency in financial reporting, maintenance of general ledger system, and management of risks
- Performs financial and cash/treasury management, including cash forecasting to ensure adequate funds on hand for operational needs
- Leads budgeting and forecasting in close collaboration with client professional staff, monitoring performance vs budget and issuing variance reports at least monthly
- Performs financial reporting and analysis, including reports provided to clients’ Finance Committee and Board of Directors
- In conjunction with the Investment Committee and client leadership, participates in oversight of the third-party investment advisor
- Identifies, guides and leads process improvement and operational excellence
- Ensures sound risk management over financial resources and assets, including the implementation and execution of internal controls
- Collaborates with and supports the development director and professional staff on grant applications and reporting
- Prepares restricted fund reports, monitors restrictions, receipts, and spending associated with third party grants; releases restricted funds as appropriate
- Oversees month-end close and transaction processing
Other Duties:
- Leads and oversees the Mayerson JCC’s external audit, IRS Form 990 preparation, and any financial regulatory filings
CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required
- Non-profit experience strongly preferred
- 7+ years of progressive experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis or Financial Reporting required
- CPA and/or MBA preferred
- Demonstrated aptitude with financial information systems (Blackbaud’s Financial Edge a plus)
- Experience partnering strategically and presenting to executive and/or board leadership
- Supervisory experience with strong partnership and team building history
- Strong interpersonal skills, including both written and verbal communications
- Strong monthly financial reporting and process management
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
- Robust Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employee health and wellness plan
- Talent Management & Professional Development programs and learning opportunities
- Competitive 401(k) program with company match and additional contribution opportunities
- Complimentary single membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center + Discounts to the onsite Café and Spa
- F.S.A, Employer Matched H.S.A, life insurance, Voluntary Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan, Legal Shield plan
- Incredible Paid Time Off: 15 days’ vacation, 12 days of sick, and up to 10+ paid Jewish Holidays per year (in addition to federal holidays)
- Hybrid workplace – in office days required at Mayerson JCC/Jewish Federation and the ability to work remotely up to 2 days/week
- Fun, collaborative, business-casual work environment
- Salary of $90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience