Financial Controller

Overview

Job Position:
Controller for the Jewish Community Center of Syracuse - a large not-for-profit since 1861

This position is a member of the leadership team of the JCC, reports directly to the Executive Director and works with the Board Treasurer and Finance Committee members.

The successful candidate will direct all aspects of financial management for the agency including:

• Department Managers in the preparation/review of their annual budget and quarterly review.
• Maintenance of accurate financial records; monthly financial statement prep.
• Supervision of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll and related staff
• Preparation and monitoring agency and departmental operating budgets with monthly variances
• Coordination/preparation of work papers for annual financial statement audit
• Review of 990/CHAR
  500 tax filings prepared by external CPA firm

The Controller is also responsible for the management of all employee benefits including:

• Health insurance
• 403(b)
• NYS Disability
• FMLA
• NY Paid Family Leave
• Workers Compensation
• Unemployment

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA a plus

Minimum 5 years of accounting or auditing experience

Must possess a full understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Proficient in general ledger accounting, including preparing, reading, interpreting and analyzing financial reports.

Must be proficient in Excel, Word and other general computer skills.