The JCC of Central New Jersey is a non-profit agency whose mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community – from generation to generation. The JCC offers educational, recreational, fitness & wellness, cultural and communal programs and activities to people of all abilities and all stages of life.
Summary of Position:
The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the JCC. This role ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organization's financial records and supports strong internal controls and audit readiness. The Senior Accounting Manager partners closely with the Senior Director of Finance, serving as the operational backbone of the Finance Department while enabling the Director to focus on strategy, analysis, and leadership.
This is a 40 hour per week, overtime exempt position reporting to the Senior Director of Finance. Attendance at occasional evening meetings is required.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations & Month-End Close
- Own and manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met with accuracy and consistency
- Maintain the General Ledger, including journal entries, account analysis, and documentation
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting processes
- Review balance sheet reconciliations on a regular schedule and assist to resolve discrepancies promptly
Cash Management & Controls
- Monitor daily cash activity and support cash flow planning
- Ensure timely processing of payments, deposits, and receipts
- Maintain strong transaction-level internal controls and documentation standards
- Support segregation of duties and risk mitigation across financial processes
Grant Accounting & Audit Support
- Assist with tracking of grant revenues and expenditures in accordance with funder requirements
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for audits and financial reviews
- Serve as a key point of contact during audits under the direction of the Senior Director of Finance
- Maintain organized financial records and audit-ready files
Systems, Reconciliations & Process Improvement
- Perform monthly reconciliations between CRMs (operational systems) and the General Ledger
- Serve as administrator for credit card and expense platforms, maintaining approval workflows and system integrity
- Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and recommend process improvements
- Support system integrations and data accuracy across platforms
Collaboration & Support
- Work collaboratively with program, development, and administrative department leaders to ensure accurate GL coding, expense tracking, and revenue recognition
- Serve as a financial resource to department heads by helping them understand budgets, monthly P&L reports, and variances
- Support departments in resolving discrepancies related to expenses, revenue, and program-level financial results
- Provide timely, accurate financial information to support internal reporting, decision-making, and analysis
- Partner with the Senior Director of Finance on cross-departmental financial initiatives, ad hoc analyses, and special projects
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting
- 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience; nonprofit experience preferred
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations, pivot tables, and financial analysis
- Demonstrated experience with accounting software platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Financial Edge, or similar)
- Experience working with billing, payments, and revenue-tracking systems, including integrated registration, POS, or CRM platforms
- Comfort navigating and reconciling data across multiple systems and integrations
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic, multi-department environment
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment
- Ability to view a computer screen for prolonged periods
- Occasional standing, walking, bending and reaching
- Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to lift and move light materials, typically up to 15 pounds
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function
Key Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Medical and Dependent Care FSAs; HSA
- Mass transit and commuter parking FSAs
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off
- Complimentary membership with use of facilities (fitness, aquatics, programs)
- Program discounts for the entire family
Annual Salary: $80,000
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