Finance Director

JCC Association of North America

Tulsa (OK)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The JCC Association of North America is seeking a Finance Director based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This senior leadership position involves overseeing financial management and controls while ensuring the fiscal health of Jewish Tulsa. The role includes leading the budgeting process, audit preparations, and cash management, as well as supervising the Finance Manager.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and strong financial reporting knowledge. The position offers a competitive salary of $75,000 - $85,000.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or nonprofit financial management.
Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit preparation, and cash management.
Experience with payroll, benefits administration, and fund accounting preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Clear communicator with the ability to translate financial information for non-financial audiences.

Responsibilities

Oversee financial management, reporting, and controls.
Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with CEO.
Ensure timely and accurate payroll-related functions.
Prepare monthly and year-end financial reports for the Board.
Supervise the Finance Manager.

Skills

Financial leadership and oversight

Budgeting and financial analysis

Payroll, HR, and benefits administration

Foundation fund management

Audit, compliance, and professional service providers

Board and committee interface

Strong Excel skills

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Finance Director
Charles Schusterman JCC
2021 E 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74136

Principal Responsibilities:

The Finance Director is a senior leadership position responsible for the financial management, reporting, controls, and overall fiscal health of Jewish Tulsa. Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Director provides strategic financial leadership while ensuring strong day-to-day oversight of accounting, budgeting, audit preparation, cash management, compliance, payroll-related administration, and foundation fund operations.

This role supervises the Finance Manager and serves as the primary staff liaison to the Finance Committee, Treasurer, and Board of Directors on matters related to financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and organizational fiscal strategy.

Minimum Qualifications:

Financial Leadership and Oversight

Provide leadership and oversight for the financial operations of Jewish Tulsa
Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, reconciliations, and close processes
Monitor and control organizational cash flow and liquidity
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, laws, regulations, and reporting requirements
Support the CEO in long-range financial planning and organizational decision-making

Budgeting and Financial Analysis

Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with the CEO and department leaders
Monitor performance against budget and provide variance analysis and recommendations
Prepare forecasts, projections, and other financial planning tools as needed
Provide financial analysis to support major organizational decisions and strategic initiatives

Payroll, HR, and Benefits Administration

Oversee all payroll-related functions and ensure timely, accurate processing and reporting
Oversee HR-related financial administration, including benefit administration and related recordkeeping
Coordinate with internal staff and outside providers on payroll, benefits, and related compliance matters
Help ensure that personnel-related financial processes are accurate, timely, and well managed

Foundation Fund Management

Oversee foundation fund administration, including transfers, processing, tracking, and reporting
Ensure accurate accounting and documentation related to endowed, restricted, designated, and other foundation-related funds
Support timely and accurate reporting for foundation and investment-related activity
Work closely with relevant staff, committees, and outside partners on fund administration and stewardship

Audit, Compliance, and Professional Service Providers

Lead preparation for the annual audit and serve as primary liaison to external auditors
Retain and oversee legal, audit, tax preparation, and investment advisory service providers
Coordinate relationships with banks, accountants, auditors, insurance providers, and other outside financial partners
Oversee preparation of financial materials and supporting documentation for annual filings and compliance requirements
Help monitor organizational risk and appropriate insurance coverage

Board and Committee Interface

Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Finance Committee, Treasurer, and Board of Directors on financial matters
Prepare monthly and year-end financial reports, dashboards, and supporting materials for lay leadership
Support the Treasurer in presenting financial information clearly and effectively to the Board
Staff the Finance Committee and help guide committee work related to budget, oversight, reporting, and financial policy
Provide clear and timely financial insights to support strong governance and informed decision-making

Staff Supervision

Directly supervise the Finance Manager
Provide guidance, accountability, and support to ensure strong performance and execution of day-to-day accounting functions
Partner with the Finance Manager to ensure timely completion of payables, receivables, reconciliations, reporting, and other finance operations

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or nonprofit financial management
Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit preparation, and cash management
Experience with payroll, benefits administration, and fund accounting preferred
Experience presenting financial information to boards or committees preferred
Supervisory experience required
Strong Excel and financial systems experience required
Clear communicator with the ability to translate financial information for non-financial audiences
High level of judgment, discretion, accuracy, and organizational skill

Characteristics for Success