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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    November 16, 2026
    Education:
    4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Executive
    Salary:
    At least USD $95,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Poverty

    Description

    Controller, United Jewish Council of the East Side

    Lower Manhattan, New York | Full-time

    About Us

    The United Jewish Council of the East Side is a not-for-profit organization in Lower Manhattan that serves the community. We're looking for a mission-driven financial professional to join our team.

    The Role

    The Controller manages all of the agency's fiscal operations. You'll keep our finances sound, compliant and clear, so we can focus on serving the community.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Run day-to-day accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and the general ledger.
    • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for leadership and the board.
    • Build and track the annual budget, working with program directors.
    • Manage government contracts, grants and restricted funds, including reporting and drawdowns.
    • Lead the annual audit and get the Form 990 ready with outside auditors.
    • Keep internal controls and policies strong and up to date.
    • Track and forecast cash flow.
    • Supervise finance staff and support the finance committee.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. A CPA or MBA is a plus.
    • At least 5 years of accounting experience, ideally in a not-for-profit.
    • Solid knowledge of GAAP for not-for-profits and Uniform Guidance.
    • Experience with government and foundation grants.
    • Good with accounting software and Excel.
    • Clear communicator who cares about community service.

    Compensation

    $95,000 to $100,000 a year, plus benefits.

    To Apply

    Send a resume and cover letter to bjacobson@ujces.org.

    Benefits

    Health insurance

    Dental insurance

    Life Insurance

    401 k

    Level of Language Proficiency

    Professional-level proficiency in written and oral communication required

    Location

    On-site
    New York, NY, USA

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