Accounting Manager

Jewishcamp; Pembroke (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

403(b) plan

Reduced camp tuition for eligible children

Job summary

A nonprofit summer camp organization in Wellesley, MA is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations. This hybrid role involves managing daily accounting functions, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and working closely with staff. The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree and have over 5 years of accounting experience. The compensation is competitive, ranging from $90,000 to $97,000 annually with benefits including PTO and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable and payroll.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with fund accounting and grant requirements.

Skills

Accounting experience

Knowledge of GAAP

Proficiency in QuickBooks Online

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Eli and Bessie Cohen Camps, headquartered in Wellesley, MA, is seeking a full-time, year-round Accounting Manager to oversee and support the organization’s financial operations. The Cohen Camps is a family of three Jewish overnight summer camps, Pembroke, Tel Noar, and Tevya, with a rich history dating back to 1935.

The Cohen Camps operates with an annual budget of $10 million, enrolls 1,000 campers, employs 450 seasonal staff, and serves a vibrant alumni community spanning generations. Each summer, we provide transformative camp experiences by creating thriving communities grounded in Jewish values, connection, and belonging. The Accounting Manager will join a collaborative team of 14 highly motivated year-round professionals and play a key role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organization.

This position is based in our Cohen Camps year-round office in Wellesley, MA. This is a hybrid position, with flexibility for some remote work; however, the role is primarily in person, as collaboration and relationship-building are central to our work. Camp Pembroke is an all-girls camp located in Pembroke, MA; Camp Tel Noar is a co-ed camp in Hampstead, NH; and Camp Tevya is a co-ed camp in Brookline, NH.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure proper recording and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts
• Prepare new hire packages and benefits administration as needed
• Track credit card expenditures daily
• Collaborate with other year-round and summer staff

Budgeting & Financial Reporting

• Monitor budget and forecast to actual performance and investigate and document variances
• Assist in preparing financial reports for senior leadership, program staff, and the Board of Directors

Grants & Compliance

• Track grant and donation revenue, expenses, and reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with grant agreements, donor restrictions, and applicable regulations
• Support preparation of grant financial reports and reimbursements
• Assist with Form 990 preparation and other regulatory filings

Audit & Internal Controls

• Coordinate annual audit and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations
• Support implementation and documentation of financial procedures

Time Commitment

• Working extra hours June through August is part of this position, as the camps are in session and it is much busier than other times of the year

Compensation

Salary range: $90,000-$97,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Generous PTO, comprehensive health and dental insurance package, 403(b) plan, reduced summer day or overnight camp tuition for eligible children.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or bachelor’s degree in any field with advanced certificate or advanced degree in a related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit fund accounting
• Experience with audits and regulatory reporting
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel
• Proven organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize time, manage diverse activities and meet deadlines

Preferred:

• CPA or CMA or master’s degree in a related field
• Experience with grants management and restricted funds
• Familiarity with the summer camp industry
• Familiarity with nonprofit accounting systems and Donor Perfect and CampMinder databases

How to Apply

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Ben Portnoy, Cohen Camps Executive Director: [e-mail].