Finance Manager

The National Ramah Commission (NRC) is the convening, catalyzing, and coordinating body of the Ramah Camping Movement, supporting our camps and Israel programs; providing opportunities for leadership development, offering year-round alumni engagement; and strengthening connections with Am Yisrael and Medinat Yisrael. The National Ramah Commission operates under the educational and religious supervision of The Jewish Theological Seminary.

The Finance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the National Ramah Commission, which operates under a single EIN with multiple entities, programs, and internal divisions. This role ensures accurate accounting, strong internal controls, timely reporting, and compliance with nonprofit and regulatory requirements. 

This is a full-time hands-on role overseeing cash receipts, deposits, transaction processing, and financial recordkeeping. The position requires a high level of accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail. The Finance Manager escalates complex issues to the Director of Finance as needed.

Both hybrid and fully remote work arrangements are available. The National Ramah office is located in New York City.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

  • Manage daily accounting activities across multiple entities/programs under one EIN

  • Maintain general ledger accuracy, including proper allocation of shared costs and inter-entity activity

  • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management

  • Ensure consistent coding and financial treatment across all entities and funding sources

  • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules

Financial Reporting

  • Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

  • Review budget-to-actual reports and explain variances by program or entity

  • Support preparation of financial dashboards and management summaries

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Support the annual budgeting process across multiple programs/entities

  • Collect budget input from department and program leaders to develop realistic budgets

  • Track spending against budgets and flag risks or trends early

  • Assist with reforecasts as funding, staffing, or program needs change

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

  • Support the annual audit and serve as a liaison with external auditors

  • Maintain documentation to support financial statements, grants, and audits

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and internal policies

  • Assist with preparation of Form 990 and other regulatory or funder reports

  • Strengthen and maintain effective internal controls

Grants & Restricted Funds

  • Track restricted and unrestricted funds across programs and entities

  • Ensure proper reporting and compliance with grant and donor requirements

  • Prepare financial reports for funders in coordination with program staff

Systems, Processes & Collaboration

  • Maintain and suggest improvements to accounting systems and financial processes

  • Ensure consistency in procedures across all entities and departments

  • Serve as a financial resource to non-finance staff, answering questions and providing guidance

  • Support special financial analyses and projects as needed

Qualifications—Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 3–5 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting

  • Experience managing finances across multiple programs, funds, or entities

  • Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles

  • Experience supporting audits and regulatory reporting

Qualifications—Preferred

  • Nonprofit fund accounting experience

  • Experience with cost allocations and shared services across entities

  • Experience with QuickBooks Online, Bill.com and other payment platforms

  • Familiarity with Form 990 preparation and audit support preparation

  • CPA or advanced accounting coursework

Skills & Competencies

  • Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

  • Analytical and comfortable working with complex financial structures

  • Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software

  • Clear communicator who can translate financial information for non-finance audiences

  • Ability to manage deadlines independently and prioritize competing demands

Reporting Relationship

Director of Finance

Salary

$100,000 (starting salary)

Benefits

  • Retirement Plans

  • Kosher Food Option Available

  • Leave Early for Shabbat

  • Medical Insurance

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Vacation

  • Parental Leave

  • Sick Days

  • Mass Transit

To apply: please email resume / CV to jobs@campramah.org



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