Director of Finance

As a senior finance leader, you will help guide Congregation Mishkan Or.’s financial strategy, reporting, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board to develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy.
• Deliver financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis to support strategic decisions, new programs, and growth initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to organizational leadership.
• Lead the annual budgeting process across departments and programs.
• Create and maintain multi-year financial forecasts and track performance against budget and strategic goals.
• Provide ongoing financial analysis, reporting, and dashboards to the Executive Director and Board.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial statements in line with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Oversee the annual audit and manage relationships with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and funder reporting requirements, including Form 990.
• Manage financial operations for restricted and unrestricted funds, government grants, and foundation contracts.
• Support grant compliance, including cost allocation, indirect rates, and reporting deadlines.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and organizational reserves in alignment with Board-approved policies.
• Monitor liquidity and advise leadership on cash management strategies.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and strengthen financial integrity.
• Oversee insurance, risk assessments, tax filings, and related regulatory compliance.
• Act as primary staff liaison to the Finance and Audit Committees.
• Prepare financial materials and presentations for Board meetings and support the Board’s fiduciary oversight responsibilities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.
• Strengthen financial systems, policies, and processes to support growth and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• CPA or MBA strongly preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior finance role, ideally in the nonprofit sector.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, fund accounting, and government/foundation grant compliance.
• Proven experience managing audits, budgets, and Board relationships.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency with financial management software, including one or more of: QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar nonprofit platforms.

Technologies

• QuickBooks
• Sage Intacct
• NetSuite

Benefits

• Competitive Pay, commensurate with experience
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• All major holidays observed

Schedule

• Monday – Friday

Work Model

• On-site initially, with hybrid potential

Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-Time
• Department: Finance & Accounting
• Reports to: Executive Director
• FLSA status: Exempt

Compensation

• Pay: USD 130,000 - 150,000 per year

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Professional office environment; on-site initially with hybrid potential thereafter.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment including computers and phones.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Location

• Beachwood, OH (in-person/onsite)