Director of Finance
In person role. Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Relocation assistance available.
Purple Unicorn is hiring on behalf of the Gordon JCC The Director of Finance is an executive staff level position and serves as Accounting Department Head. This role is responsible for our fiscal operations. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Operations, they will assist in the overall leadership and direction of the organization. This person will ensure the effective utilization of the agency’s human and financial resources in a manner that is consistent with the approved annual budget and/or business plans. This full-time exempt position reports directly to the Senior Director of Operations.
Responsibilities:
Develop, monitor and oversee the Gordon JCC budget and other budgets as required by funders
Monitor cash flow and security of all transactions; perform cash flow projections and analysis on a regular basis
Prepare monthly fiscal reports in timely accurate manner
Develop and provide ongoing supervision of the purchasing system for all agency purchases
Maintain hands-on oversight of all administrative processes including data entry, deposits, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger journal entries, month-end close-out and financial statements.
Support the programming and fundraising staffs by understanding their respective roles and leading the development of annual budgets and fiscal reviews including explanation of variances. Engage with staff frequently to develop accurate forecasts.
Oversee financial aspects of fundraising and special events
Perform financial analyses of GJCC programs as needed to determine growth and cost saving opportunities
Oversee administration of employee benefits
Maintain all aspects of agency insurance and workers’ compensation policies and act as primary liaison for such policies
Maintain all accounting and human resources files, including personnel files
Serve as primary contact with banks, insurance companies, payroll companies, and other contacts.
Liaison to audit firm; responsible for preparation and submission of all audit materials
Hiring, training and supervision of accounting staff.
Conduct annual evaluations of accounting staff.
Assist staff with hiring new employees
Meet regularly with department heads and program directors to ensure that budgets are accurate, that budgets are followed, and that staff understands budgets and ongoing income/expense statements
Ensure that the Director of Operations and the Executive Director is kept up to date on fiscal operations through written reports and frequent verbal communication
Attend staff and departmental meetings
Staff support to Budget and Finance Committee and related sub-committees as appropriate
Staff support and liaison to Investment Committee
Be a contributing member of the GJCC, participating and staffing center-wide events and fundraisers
Assume other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
2-5 years’ experience in fiscal capacity with knowledge of non-profit accounting methods
Enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Working knowledge of accounting, payroll, and personnel procedures
Experience in preparing financial statements
Computer proficiency in accounting software and Excel
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Benefits:
403(b)
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
20 days
Jewish Holidays (Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Passover)
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Relocation assistance available.
Purple Unicorn is hiring on behalf of the Gordon JCC The Director of Finance is an executive staff level position and serves as Accounting Department Head. This role is responsible for our fiscal operations. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Operations, they will assist in the overall leadership and direction of the organization. This person will ensure the effective utilization of the agency’s human and financial resources in a manner that is consistent with the approved annual budget and/or business plans. This full-time exempt position reports directly to the Senior Director of Operations.
Responsibilities:
Develop, monitor and oversee the Gordon JCC budget and other budgets as required by funders
Monitor cash flow and security of all transactions; perform cash flow projections and analysis on a regular basis
Prepare monthly fiscal reports in timely accurate manner
Develop and provide ongoing supervision of the purchasing system for all agency purchases
Maintain hands-on oversight of all administrative processes including data entry, deposits, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger journal entries, month-end close-out and financial statements.
Support the programming and fundraising staffs by understanding their respective roles and leading the development of annual budgets and fiscal reviews including explanation of variances. Engage with staff frequently to develop accurate forecasts.
Oversee financial aspects of fundraising and special events
Perform financial analyses of GJCC programs as needed to determine growth and cost saving opportunities
Oversee administration of employee benefits
Maintain all aspects of agency insurance and workers’ compensation policies and act as primary liaison for such policies
Maintain all accounting and human resources files, including personnel files
Serve as primary contact with banks, insurance companies, payroll companies, and other contacts.
Liaison to audit firm; responsible for preparation and submission of all audit materials
Hiring, training and supervision of accounting staff.
Conduct annual evaluations of accounting staff.
Assist staff with hiring new employees
Meet regularly with department heads and program directors to ensure that budgets are accurate, that budgets are followed, and that staff understands budgets and ongoing income/expense statements
Ensure that the Director of Operations and the Executive Director is kept up to date on fiscal operations through written reports and frequent verbal communication
Attend staff and departmental meetings
Staff support to Budget and Finance Committee and related sub-committees as appropriate
Staff support and liaison to Investment Committee
Be a contributing member of the GJCC, participating and staffing center-wide events and fundraisers
Assume other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
2-5 years’ experience in fiscal capacity with knowledge of non-profit accounting methods
Enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Working knowledge of accounting, payroll, and personnel procedures
Experience in preparing financial statements
Computer proficiency in accounting software and Excel
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Benefits:
403(b)
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
20 days
Jewish Holidays (Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Passover)
#J-18808-Ljbffr