Director of Finance

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to drive growth, shape financial strategy, and make a lasting impact? Under the direction of the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO), the Director of Finance provides strategic and operational leadership across all financial functions of the organization. Operating within a $26 million nonprofit with multifaceted programs—ranging from early childhood education to active aging—the Director of Finance leads budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, compliance, financial reporting, and financial planning efforts, while directly supervising the finance team. 

This position is responsible for maintaining the organization's financial health, providing clear and timely insights to senior leadership, and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The Director plays a key role in both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy through internal decision support, external reporting, and continuous improvement of financial systems and processes. 

The position relies on strong analytical skills, collaborative relationships, and proactive financial leadership to inform decisions across the organization. Responsibilities include organization-wide forecasting, budget development and oversight, new business and program modeling, and financial grants management. This position works closely with program leadership, fundraising, operations, and human resources to ensure fiscal alignment and long-term sustainability. 

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

Financial Management & Oversight 

• Lead the daily operations of the finance department, overseeing all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly close. 
• Supervise and develop the finance team, including hiring, training, performance management, and day-to-day support. 
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and internal management reports. 
• Oversee and continuously improve internal controls, financial policies, and procedures. 

Audit & Compliance 

• Lead all aspects of the annual financial audit and 990 preparations, including coordination with external auditors, preparation of audit schedules, and timely implementation of any audit recommendations. 
• Ensure readiness for additional funder audits or financial reviews. 
• Monitor compliance with GAAP, FASB standards, and relevant legal, donor, and regulatory requirements. 

Budgeting & Financial Reporting 

• Lead the design and management of the annual operating and capital budgeting process in close collaboration with the Controller, and with the support of the CFAO and department heads. 
• Oversee the consolidation of department budgets into an organizational budget and prepare Board-ready presentations and financial dashboards.

Financial Planning & Forecasting 

• Build and maintain rolling forecasts that integrate programmatic, operational, and philanthropic assumptions. 
• Lead quarterly reforecasting processes to ensure alignment with changing conditions and evolving program needs.

Business Modeling & Decision Support 

• Build financial models for new programs, services, or earned revenue initiatives, incorporating assumptions related to enrollment, pricing, staffing, and overhead. 
• Model philanthropic impact and return on investment (ROI) for new initiatives or capital investments in collaboration with development staff. 

Grants Management & Restricted Funds 

• Work with development, program, and finance staff to oversee the financial aspects of grant budgeting, tracking, compliance, and reporting. 
• Monitor spending against grant budgets and ensure timely use of restricted and temporarily restricted funds. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Serve as a strategic partner to operational and program leadership by translating financial data into clear, actionable insights. 
• Offer budget coaching and financial literacy