WHO ARE WE?:

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati (“JFC”) is hiring a Staff Accountant for Shared Business Services (SBS), a department of JFC. SBS provides professional finance, accounting, human resource, and risk management and insurance services for the Jewish Federation and for over twenty local Jewish non-profit agencies. SBS is a critical, valued business partner of those organizations.

JFC connects our community, solves big problems, and stewards community resources. We welcome all cultural backgrounds and faiths including those of every socioeconomic status, race, gender, national background, sexual orientation, gender identity, and physical, mental, and developmental ability. Grounded in Jewish values, together with you, our volunteers, and partner organizations, we support the vulnerable, nurture connections with Israel and Jewish communities globally, and protect and energize Jewish life. We feed the hungry, comfort the sick, care for elderly, and educate our youth. We are your community’s organization problem-solvers and opportunity-makers, committed to ensuring the strength and quality of Jewish life for our children and our children’s children.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for accounts receivable and billing functions for the Mayerson Jewish Community Center (JCC), one of SBS’ largest clients. Building strong relationships with and serving as a Business Partner to the Mayerson JCC is critical for success in this role. The Staff Accountant functionally reports to the SBS Accounting & Finance Manager.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Customer support and processing of billing transactions for the Mayerson JCC’s fitness and recreation memberships, Early Childhood School (ECS) tuition, and certain other programing departments
• Research and answer billing related questions from Mayerson JCC members via phone and email in a timely manner.
• Follow up on collections issues for accounts receivable.
• Record gifts and contributions into the donor database and assist in donor acknowledgement process.
• Make banking deposits for cash and check receipts.
• Complete monthly sales tax filings and remittances.
• Record standard journal entries related to accounts receivable.
• Reconcile accounts receivable general ledger accounts.
• Other tasks as assigned.

CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role. Bachelor or Associate’s degree in accounting a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and responsiveness in follow-up essential
• Proficient personal computing skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated aptitude with financial information systems (Blackbaud’s Financial Edge and Salesforce a plus)
• Customer service experience including interacting with customers over the phone and over email to answer/resolve billing questions preferred.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles
• Experience working in a non-profit organization a plus.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to set goals, tasks and timetables and manage workflow.
• Must be organized, detailed, and have ability to multi-task and solve problems.
• Must be a team player with ability to work in and build a strong collaborative team, both internally and externally

BENEFITS WE OFFER:

• Robust Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employee health and wellness plan
• Talent Management & Professional Development programs and learning opportunities.
• Competitive 401(k) program with company match and additional contribution opportunities
• Complementary single membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center Discounts to the onsite Café and Spa
• F.S.A., Employer Matched H.S.A., life insurance, Voluntary Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan, Legal Shield plan
• Incredible Paid Time Off: 15 days’ vacation, 12 days of sick, and up to 10 paid Jewish Holidays per year (in addition to federal holidays)
• Hybrid workplace – in office days required at Mayerson JCC/Jewish Federation and the ability to work remotely up to 2 days/week following a 90-180 day in-office onboarding process.
• Fun, collaborative, business-casual work environment
• Salary range $50,000 - $62,000 per year based on experience

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.