Chief Financial Officer

Bender JCC of Greater Washington is pleased to work with DRG to conduct this search.

BACKGROUND

The Organization

The Bender Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington is a dynamic, mission-driven nonprofit organization with a rich history spanning over 170 years, tracing its roots to the first Young Men's Hebrew Association organized in Baltimore in 1854. Located on a 25-acre campus in Rockville, Maryland, the Bender JCC serves as the cornerstone of Jewish community life in the Greater Washington area, welcoming over 1,000 visitors daily and receiving approximately 400,000 visits annually. The organization operates as a non-sectarian community center that primarily serves the Jewish community while also embracing the broader Montgomery County community.

The Bender JCC offers an extensive range of programs and services including early childhood education, youth camping programs, senior adult services, cultural arts programming through the Gildenhorn/Speisman Center for the Arts, fitness and wellness facilities, and specialized programs for individuals with special needs. The organization is particularly recognized for its pioneering work in Jewish education, boasting one of the largest Center-based adult Hebrew language programs in North America and the acclaimed Institute for Jewish Learning, which has won national awards for its innovative Judaic education model.

The Bender JCC has an annual operating budget of about $12 million and generates over 90% of its revenue through membership fees, program services, contributions, grants, and endowments. As part of the larger Jewish Community Campus, the Bender JCC collaborates closely with other vital community organizations including the Jewish Social Service Agency and the Hebrew Home, creating a comprehensive network of support for the Jewish community of Greater Washington.

The Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven leadership team committed to shaping the future of a dynamic, growth-oriented Jewish Community Center. We are seeking a strategic financial leader who can partner with lay leaders and staff across the organization to develop and implement financial strategies that support and strengthen our business models.

The CFO is responsible for assessing and enhancing the financial and operational infrastructure of the Bender JCC. This includes recommending policies, implementing procedures to improve fiscal management and accountability, mitigating financial risk, and ensuring efficient and cost-effective administrative operations. By applying best practices, the CFO will play a key role in enhancing the Center’s financial health and organizational capacity.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic financial leadership to advance the Bender JCC’s mission and ensure long-term organizational success.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Oversee, evaluate, and improve day-to-day financial operations, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with the organization’s overall strategic vision.
• Provide financial guidance through modeling to the Board and Executive Leadership.
• Develop long-term financial plans and sustainability strategies.

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Lead the annual budgeting process.
• Develop multi-year financial projections to guide organizational strategies.
• Ensure budgets align with programmatic goals and funding sources.
• Monitor budget performance, hold teams accountable, and adjust spending as needed to meet goals.

Accounting & Internal Controls

• Supervise and ensure a well-controlled accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger function.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain internal policies for financial transactions and approvals.
• Maintain internal controls to ensure integrity in financial reporting (and detect and prevent fraud).
• Oversee financial system implementation and upgrades as needed.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annually).
• Oversee financial audits and tax filings.
• Manage relationship with the external auditor.
• Report on financial performance to the Board and Executive Leadership.

Cash Flow & Investment Management

• Oversee cash flow planning (forecasting) and ensure liquidity.
• Manage reserves and endowment funds.
• Work with the investment committee to align investments with the mission and financial health.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations for 501(c)(3) organizations (e.g., Form 990).
• Manage risk assessment and insurance policies.
• Ensure payroll tax compliance and other regulatory filings.
• Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures.

Operational Efficiency & Technology

• Implement financial technology solutions for efficiency (e.g., accounting software, reporting tools).
• Oversee payroll and benefits administration in collaboration with HR.
• Optimize financial workflows and processes.

Board & Stakeholder Engagement

• Present financial updates to the Board of Directors.
• Work with the Treasurer and Finance Committee on key financial matters.
• Provide financial training for program staff and leadership.
• Provide development opportunities for more junior staff and cross-training to ensure departmental resiliency.

Revenue & Fund Development Oversight

• Closely collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to support fundraising efforts by providing financial projections for grants and donations.
• Manage restricted and unrestricted funds appropriately.
• Ensure compliance with grant and donor requirements.
• Establish a strong practice for the accounts receivable function in gathering committed gifts/grants or billed revenue.

Grant & Contract Management

• Oversee financial aspects of grant applications and reporting.
• Ensure grant funds are spent in compliance with donor restrictions.
• Track the financial performance of funded projects.

Additional Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a nonprofit organization, CPA preferred.
• Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to nonfinancial stakeholders.
• Passion for the mission and work of the organization.
• Passionate interest in mentoring others and working as a team.
• Sage Intacct and Salesforce experience a plus.

WHO WE ARE

Work Environment

For this position, a high level of collaboration is essential, and while it is primarily office-based, we offer the flexibility to work remotely one day per week.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary: $200,000

Benefits

• 20 days of PTO
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Full family membership to the Bender JCC
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families. Employer contributes up to $760 towards monthly premium.

TIMELINE AND NEXT STEPS

All applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications outlined above. If you are selected to move forward for an initial screening call, we expect you to hear from us by September.