IAC National Director of Finance

About the Israeli American Council: 

The mission of the IAC is to build an engaged and united Israeli American community that strengthens: the Israeli and Jewish identity of our next generations, the American Jewish community, and the bond between the peoples of the United States and the State of Israel.

Position Overview:

The IAC National Director of Finance role is a dynamic, creative, and multi-disciplinary position suited for a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and a solid understanding of federal and provincial legislation impacting charitable organizations. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. This role requires both strategic insight and hands-on execution across a range of financial responsibilities. He/She will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial integrity and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Lead the hiring professional staff for the accounting team, train and supervise them to ensure effective operations.
• Direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of all or part of an organization.
• Oversee and develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
• Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
• Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed.
• Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
• Monitor financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels, to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.
• Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of funds and make appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with banking, insurance, and non-organizational accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
• Review the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.
• Conduct or coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes.

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Commerce, or Business Management/Administration. 
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in progressive financial responsibility. 
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. 
• Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation affecting charities.
• Knowledge of the voluntary sector.
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills.
• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified General Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant designation is a plus.
• Fluent spoken Hebrew is required; reading and writing proficiency is a plus. 
• Fluent in English - full comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading.
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs for: Accounting, Word processing, Databases, Spreadsheets, E-mail, and Internet.
• Action-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to create a results-driven, team-oriented environment. 
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and out-of-the-box thinking. 
• Exceptional ability to multitask and work under pressure. 
• Willingness to travel on occasion. 

**Full-time employees working 20 plus hours per week shall be eligible for insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, & life) following the new hire waiting period.