Chief Financial Officer

About the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island 

The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island (the Alliance) is a community organization that works to enrich Jewish life in Rhode Island, Israel, and worldwide. We address critical issues facing our community by bringing people together through philanthropy, education, wellness opportunities, and community relations. Our work is guided by core values such as  

Tzedakah (righteous giving and justice), Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), and Hineni (standing with others). We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team. 

Position Summary 

The CFO is a strategic partner to the President/CEO and a key member of the senior leadership team. This role provides strategic financial leadership across the organization, overseeing day-to-day financial operations and technology systems, and ensuring the organization's sustainability and growth. The CFO leads the finance department, supervises staff, and collaborates with senior leadership to ensure a strong infrastructure and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Financial and Administrative Management: The CFO directs the annual budget process, manages the organization's investments and cash flow, and provides timely financial reports and analysis to the leadership team, Finance Committee, and Board of Directors. This role also works to enhance financial stability by implementing fiscal and operational controls and ensuring the integrity of financial records, and by making strategic recommendations for improving fiscal outcomes for the agency. 

• Technology and Systems Management: This role is responsible for aligning the organization's technology infrastructure with its goals and ensuring efficient financial operations and data analysis. This includes overseeing data security and compliance, managing relationships with IT vendors, and ensuring staff have the training and support needed to use financial and administrative systems effectively. 

• Legal Compliance: The CFO ensures the Alliance's strict adherence to all federal, state, and local financial regulations, including tax laws and nonprofit reporting requirements (like IRS Form 990). This position also manages risk by overseeing insurance policies and reviewing all contracts and agreements to ensure they comply with legal standards. 

• Organizational Leadership: As a member of the senior leadership team, the CFO contributes to strategic planning and decision-making for the Alliance. The CFO leads the Finance department and provides supervision to finance and information system teams. 

Required Skills and Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management is required; a CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree is also required. 

• At least five years of experience with nonprofit fund accounting, endowment management, or grant reporting is required. 

• Experience with implementing strategic plans and developing operational plans is necessary. 

• Proven executive-level communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders. 

• Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical abilities, including interpreting complex financial data to inform high-level decisions. 

• Experience leading and mentoring high-performing teams. 

• The ideal candidate should have a deep alignment with the Alliance’s core values.