Minnesota Jewish Community Center · 4 months ago
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer
The Minnesota Jewish Community Center is a vital institution in Minneapolis and St. Paul, dedicated to enriching lives through various community programs. They are seeking a Chief Financial and Administrative Officer to oversee financial and administrative functions, drive innovation, and enhance organizational culture while managing budgets and leading cross-functional teams.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Shape the future of the MN JCC. We lead collaboratively, and you will be a key thought partner in decisions that drive mission fulfillment and long-term impact
Influence our organizational culture. As an executive leader, you will model and reinforce values that promote accountability, equity, transparency, and belonging
Tackle enterprise-level opportunities and challenges. Your work will span beyond your departments to influence how we grow, adapt, and sustain the JCC’s success
Serve as an internal and external ambassador. You will represent the JCC with staff, Board, partners, funders, and the broader community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
Minimum 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial leadership, including CFO or senior-level finance roles
Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and risk management
Experience leading audits, managing cash flow, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Proficiency in financial systems and the ability to implement or upgrade systems and processes
Demonstrated experience supervising diverse operational departments
Excellent communication skills — able to explain complex financial topics to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills with a bias for action
Comfortable operating in a mission-driven, community-focused, and values-based environment
Preferred
CPA, MBA, or relevant advanced degree
Experience working in organizations, especially those with complex programmatic and revenue structures (e.g., fee-for-service, fundraising, grants)
Familiarity with fund accounting, capital budgeting, and long-term financial planning
Understanding of or willingness to learn Jewish culture and values, and how they inform organizational decision-making