The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati
Accounting & Finance Manager
The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
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/supportProfessional staff liaison to the Mayerson JCC's Finance Committee and works hand-in-hand with the TreasurerProfessional staff liaison to the JCC Investment CommitteeManager of two direct reports as well as shared staff resources, overseeing client work performed by those staff members in a shared service environmentPrimary Duties:
Provides input to and support of strategic planning and analysisDesigns, 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 risksPerforms financial and cash/treasury management, including cash forecasting to ensure adequate funds on hand for operational needsLeads budgeting and forecasting in close collaboration with client professional staff, monitoring performance vs budget and issuing variance reports at least monthlyPerforms financial reporting and analysis, including reports provided to clients' Finance Committee and Board of DirectorsIn conjunction with the Investment Committee and client leadership, participates in oversight of the third-party investment advisorIdentifies, guides and leads process improvement and operational excellenceEnsures sound risk management over financial resources and assets, including the implementation and execution of internal controlsCollaborates with and supports the development director and professional staff on grant applications and reportingPrepares restricted fund reports, monitors restrictions, receipts, and spending associated with third party grants; releases restricted funds as appropriateOversees month-end close and transaction processingOther Duties:
Leads and oversees the Mayerson JCC's external audit, IRS Form 990 preparation, and any financial regulatory filingsCANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting requiredNon-profit experience strongly preferred7+ years of progressive experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis or Financial Reporting requiredCPA and/or MBA preferredDemonstrated aptitude with financial information systems (Blackbaud's Financial Edge a plus)Experience partnering strategically and presenting to executive and/or board leadershipSupervisory experience with strong partnership and team building historyStrong interpersonal skills, including both written and verbal communicationsStrong monthly financial reporting and process managementBENEFITS WE OFFER:
Robust Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employee health and wellness planTalent Management & Professional Development programs and learning opportunitiesCompetitive 401(k) program with company match and additional contribution opportunitiesComplimentary single membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center + Discounts to the onsite Café and SpaF.S.A, Employer Matched H.S.A, life insurance, Voluntary Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan, Legal Shield planIncredible 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/weekFun, collaborative, business-casual work environmentSalary of $90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience
Pay Range:
$90,000 - $110,000 per year
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/supportProfessional staff liaison to the Mayerson JCC's Finance Committee and works hand-in-hand with the TreasurerProfessional staff liaison to the JCC Investment CommitteeManager of two direct reports as well as shared staff resources, overseeing client work performed by those staff members in a shared service environmentPrimary Duties:
Provides input to and support of strategic planning and analysisDesigns, 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 risksPerforms financial and cash/treasury management, including cash forecasting to ensure adequate funds on hand for operational needsLeads budgeting and forecasting in close collaboration with client professional staff, monitoring performance vs budget and issuing variance reports at least monthlyPerforms financial reporting and analysis, including reports provided to clients' Finance Committee and Board of DirectorsIn conjunction with the Investment Committee and client leadership, participates in oversight of the third-party investment advisorIdentifies, guides and leads process improvement and operational excellenceEnsures sound risk management over financial resources and assets, including the implementation and execution of internal controlsCollaborates with and supports the development director and professional staff on grant applications and reportingPrepares restricted fund reports, monitors restrictions, receipts, and spending associated with third party grants; releases restricted funds as appropriateOversees month-end close and transaction processingOther Duties:
Leads and oversees the Mayerson JCC's external audit, IRS Form 990 preparation, and any financial regulatory filingsCANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting requiredNon-profit experience strongly preferred7+ years of progressive experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis or Financial Reporting requiredCPA and/or MBA preferredDemonstrated aptitude with financial information systems (Blackbaud's Financial Edge a plus)Experience partnering strategically and presenting to executive and/or board leadershipSupervisory experience with strong partnership and team building historyStrong interpersonal skills, including both written and verbal communicationsStrong monthly financial reporting and process managementBENEFITS WE OFFER:
Robust Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employee health and wellness planTalent Management & Professional Development programs and learning opportunitiesCompetitive 401(k) program with company match and additional contribution opportunitiesComplimentary single membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center + Discounts to the onsite Café and SpaF.S.A, Employer Matched H.S.A, life insurance, Voluntary Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan, Legal Shield planIncredible 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/weekFun, collaborative, business-casual work environmentSalary of $90,000 - $110,000 annually based on experience
Pay Range:
$90,000 - $110,000 per year