Global Director of Accounting and Finance - JDC

JDC is seeking a senior accounting and finance professional to fill a key role in financial operations, financial reporting, internal audit, and budget analysis. The Global Director of Accounting and Finance will work closely with the CFO, and oversees the Finance Department of JDC New York Headquarters. This role helps ensure the responsible and effective financial management of a global Jewish humanitarian nonprofit, and has a direct impact on the organization’s mission.

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What will you do as a Global Director of Accounting and Finance?

• Assist the CFO by preparing materials (presentations and reports) for Board/Committee meetings, members of Senior Management, and other audiences as requested
• Oversee and enhance finance operations processes: cash receipts, cash disbursements, receivables, payables, investments, payroll and benefits
• Establish, maintain, or enhance control activities
• Ensure all transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with the Organization's policies and with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of the Organization's quarterly and annual financial statements
• Ensure that all statutory filing deadlines are met and all compliance requirements are fulfilled, as these relate to all required Federal and State filings (Forms 990, 990-T, State UBIT Returns, etc.)
• Supervise compilation, analysis, and management of the New York Headquarters Administrative and Fundraising budgets
• Recruit, train, develop, supervise and evaluate finance and accounting staff
• Serve as a liaison to investment management consultants, banks, trustees, major funders, and other key constituents
• Manage a team of 12 including professional staff and clerks (at various levels of ability and seniority) responsible for Financial Reporting and Financial Operations functions
• Maintain effective communications with overseas staff in Israel and other field offices to ensure complete and accurate processing of financial information, disclosures and accounting treatment
• Liaise effectively and coordinate deliverables with regional CFOs and controllers
• Critically review and update policies and procedures concerning all aspects of global finance operations
• Research accounting pronouncements and other regulatory guidance as it may relate to new and complex transactions or matters, as these may arise
• Serve as a primary liaison for Co-Sourced Internal Audit Services Provider
• Manage Corporate Insurance Programs
• Complete special projects, as assigned

What qualifications are required to be our Global Director of Accounting and Finance?

• Ability to multitask, work on one’s own, and prioritize work to achieve tight deadlines in a complex environment
• Flexibility to work extra/nonstandard hours to facilitate deliverables for a multinational organization
• Significant experience managing professional staff; strong managerial skills and investment in growing staff.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (finance, accounting, economics)
• CPA certification and strong accounting skills
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Proficiency with modern ERP systems
• Outstanding quantitative and analytical skills
• Attention to detail, excellent organization skills, and technological savvy
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and timely manner
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and external constituents in a professional and flexible manner; Cultural competency to work effectively with staff from around the world and across varying backgrounds; political savvy
• Dedication to being a change agent who can establish a culture of continuous improvement
• Team-orientation and humbleness; excellent discretion on what does and does not require input from the CFO, to ensure good use of the CFO’s time and sufficient information and teamwork for strategic direction
• Basic knowledge of Jewish history and Israel to aid in comprehension of organizational operations
• Ability to work some weekends and longer hours as needed, to accommodate working across time-zones at a global organization
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Ability to read words and numbers and communicate in person or over the telephone

Additional Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Passion for Jewish service strongly preferred
• Public Accounting experience in large firm strongly preferred
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Proficiency in Hebrew or Russian
• Desire to learn and grow, curiosity

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Hours: 35 hours/week, 8:45 AM – 4:45PM with a 1-hour lunch break; flexibility to work some Sundays/additional hours to accommodate time zones
• Location: Hybrid from New York, NY
• Reports to: CFO
• Job Function/Department: Budget & Finance

What are the compensation and benefits for a Global Director of Accounting and Finance?

This is a full-time position paid semi-monthly at a salary of $190,000-$230,000 per year; in determining where a candidate falls in that range JDC considers several factors, including skills and experience, internal equity, and cost of living in location of work. This role is exempt per the FLSA.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to:

• 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employee coverage
• Paid time off, including 20 vacation days, 20 sick days, 3 personal days, 10 national holidays, and up to 14 Jewish holidays depending on the Jewish calendar for any given year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time staff who have worked with JDC for at least 1 year
• 403(b) with JDC contributions of 6.5% of salary
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, and life insurance
• Learning & Development: Ongoing opportunities for professional development through workshops and trainings with our internal L&D program
• Food Perks: Bagel Thursdays and beverages/snacks in the office for on-site and hybrid employees

Why work at JDC?

• The People – What we hear most from our team members is that they enjoy working with others who share their passion for doing good; Our staff aim to use their skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others
• A Global Environment – you will have the opportunity to develop a global perspective, working with staff from the U.S., Israel, the Former Soviet Union, and all over the world
• Tikkun Olam – This Jewish value of “repairing the world” is deeply important to us. Collectively we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others



Equal Employment Opportunity

JDC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As the world’s leading global Jewish humanitarian organization, we are committed to treating people with compassion and respect. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, reproductive health decision-making, marital status, height, weight, disability, mental disorder, familial status, veteran status, genetic information, AIDS/HIV-positive status, victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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Application Deadline: Rolling

Expected Start Date: January 2024

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About JDC

JDC -- the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee or "The Joint" -- is the leading Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries to lift lives and strengthen communities. We rescue Jews in danger, provide aid to vulnerable Jews, develop innovative solutions to Israel’s most complex social challenges, cultivate a Jewish future, and lead the Jewish community’s response to crises. For over 100 years, our work has put the timeless Jewish value of mutual responsibility into action, making JDC essential to the survival of millions of people and the advancement of Jewish life across the globe.

For more information, please visit www.JDC.org.