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 Rockwern Academy (“Rockwern”), one of the Cincinnati Jewish community’s day schools. Building strong relationships with and serving as a Business Partner to Rockwern 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 client leadership - e.g., as it pertains to the position's largest assignment, to Rockwern’s Head of School. In addition, the Accounting & Finance Manager participates on Rockwern’s leadership team and works in close collaboration and partnership with both Rockwern’s professional staff and the board of directors. Primary duties:
Leadership & Supervision:
Key member of Rockwern’s leadership team; works closely with Rockwern’s Head of School as well as the other professional staff to provide reliable and accurate financial reporting & analyses, budgeting & forecasting, and other financial leadership/support
Professional staff liaison to Rockwern’s Finance Committee and works hand-in-hand with the Treasurer
Professional staff liaison to Rockwern’s Financial Aid Committee
Manager of fractional, shared staff resources and oversees 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, Financial Aid Committee, and Board of Directors
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
Oversees and ensures the accuracy of tuition and school fee invoicing and participates in the collections process when necessary
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 Rockwern’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
School experience preferred
CPA and/or MBA preferred
Demonstrated aptitude with financial information systems (Blackbaud and Quickbooks, preferred)
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 Rockwern and the Jewish Federation and the ability to work remotely up to 2 days/week
Fun, collaborative, business-casual work environment
$85.000-$110,000 annual salary based on experience
