Finance Manager

New England Jewish Academy; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The New England Jewish Academy in West Hartford is seeking a full-time Finance Manager to lead the school's financial operations. This senior role reports directly to the Head of School and guides budgeting, cash flow, tuition collections, and financial controls in a small nonprofit setting.

Ideal candidates bring nonprofit or educational finance experience, strong data analysis skills, and proficiency with payroll and donor systems, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance while supporting

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or a related field, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.
• Proficient with technology and financial software.
• Knowledge of best practices in financial management and internal controls.
• Ability to analyze data to inform decisions and improve operations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to collaboration and mission-driven work.
• Experience with school financial systems or tuition management platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bookkeeping, payments, and account reconciliation.
• Manage annual budget development and cash flow tracking.
• Process tuition payments via FACTS and related platforms.
• Draft tuition contracts with the tuition committee.
• Coordinate with external accountants for audits and compliance.
• Oversee school-wide purchasing and timely payments.
• Coordinate deposits and grant payments; complete required paperwork.
• Track and acknowledge donations using DonorPerfect.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Data analysis

Payroll administration

HR compliance

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Paylocity

DonorPerfect

FACTS

Tuition management platforms

Job description

Finance Manager

New England Jewish Academy, an ECC-12th-grade school in West Hartford, CT, is seeking a full-time Finance Manager — a key leadership position reporting directly to the Head of School. We are a small school with a budget of ~$3MM, passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and our community.

Position Overview

The Finance Manager plays a central role in ensuring the smooth financial functioning of the school. This position is responsible for managing financial systems, overseeing daily operations, and supporting the school’s mission to empower students with the academic, character, and life skills they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management:
  
  
  
  • Bookkeeping, including tracking payments, expenses, and reconciling accounts.
  
  
  • Creating, monitoring, and tracking the annual budget and cash flow.
  
  
  • Collecting tuition and other payments via FACTS and a variety of other platforms.
  
  
  • Creating tuition contracts in conjunction with the tuition committee.
  
  
  • Collaborating with external accountants for the annual audit and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  
  
  • Overseeing school-wide purchasing.
  
  
  • Making deposits and ensuring timely bill payments.
  
  
  • Obtaining grant payments upon completion of grant terms; completing necessary paperwork.
  
  
  • Tracking and acknowledging all donations via DonorPerfect.
  
  
  
  


• Human Resources and Employee Support:
  
  
  
  • Onboarding new employees, including running background checks and managing employment documentation.
  
  
  • Assisting in maintaining a supportive and compliant HR environment.
  
  
  • Overseeing payroll, including managing PTO and teacher attendance via Paylocity.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Prior experience in finance or a related field, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.


• Proficient with technology.


• Knowledge of best practices in financial management.


• Proficiency in utilizing and analyzing data for decision-making.


• Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage proactively and respectfully with a broad range of stakeholders.


• Commitment to collaboration and fostering a positive team environment.


• Dedication to the school’s mission and values, with a determination to contribute to its growth and success.


• Experience with school financial systems or familiarity with tuition management platforms preferred.

Why Join New England Jewish Academy?

We are a vibrant, mission-driven school dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where students excel academically, develop strong character, and are prepared for lifelong learning. Joining our team means becoming part of a collaborative community that values integrity, purpose, and growth.

Salary commensurate with experience.