Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center
350 South Dahlia Street
Denver, CO 80246

For more than 100 years, JCC Denver has built a community rooted in Jewish tradition while opening its doors to everyone. Founded in 1922 as a gathering place for Denver's Jewish community, the JCC has grown into a vibrant, multigenerational organization whose impact extends well beyond any single building or program. Today, JCC Denver is a place where people of all backgrounds come to connect, learn, grow, and belong.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and a strategic partner to the CEO. This is a builder's role: the CFO will define processes, implement systems, and create the financial and operational infrastructure needed to support the JCC's continued growth. This is both a strategic and hands‑on operational leadership role for someone who can move seamlessly between big‑picture thinking and day‑to‑day execution.

The CFO holds broad accountability for the fiscal health of the organization, including long‑term financial planning, operational efficiency, sound internal controls, and effective stewardship of agency resources. Beyond financial oversight, the CFO serves as a strategic partner across the organization, collaborating with leadership to shape long‑range goals, develop strategies and policies, and drive execution. The ideal candidate brings both analytical rigor and organizational vision, understands how strong financial management and thoughtful use of technology enables mission‑driven work to thrive, and is comfortable diagnosing issues, improving processes, and jumping in directly when needed to support teams and deliver results.

The CFO will oversee a team that includes the Controller (with Accounts Payable and Accounting staff reporting through the Controller), Director of IT, and Director of Facilities. Given the highly cross‑functional nature of the role, the CFO will work in close partnership with the CEO and COO to ensure strong integration across finance, operations, technology, and facilities, helping position the JCC for long‑term sustainability and impact.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership to shape long‑range priorities, policies, and organizational direction while strengthening the JCC's financial, and administrative processes to support sustainable growth.
• Lead all aspects of financial planning, including budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash flow management, and oversight of organizational reserves, liquidity, and long‑term financial sustainability for administration, existing programs, and proposed new initiatives.
• Oversee the preparation of financial reports and performance metrics; provide timely, accurate insights to the Board and Finance Committee to inform decision‑making and track organizational performance against budgets and operational goals.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and risk management systems to safeguard organizational assets and ensure long‑term financial health.
• Partner with the CEO and Board to support strong governance and decision‑making, providing clear, data‑driven insights and recommendations on financial performance, risks, and strategic investments.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local reporting requirements and serve as liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with development leadership to support revenue strategy and forecasting; provide financial analysis for grants, contracts, and donor reporting requirements.
• Partner with program leaders to assess financial sustainability, cost structures, and resource allocation in support of mission impact.
• Work alongside CEO and COO to oversee organizational infrastructure, including IT services, physical operations including the housekeeping contract, and security to support growth and operational efficiency.
• Champion the thoughtful use of technology, systems, and data analytics to strengthen decision‑making, improve organizational performance, and connect organizational vision to financial excellence.
• Bring a forward‑thinking, entrepreneurial mindset to identifying opportunities for innovation, process improvement, and organizational growth while balancing practical execution and operational realities.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across finance and administrative functions.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Finance, or related field required; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of professional experience leading finance and administration for a $10M-$20M organization, including oversight of budgeting, forecasting, multi‑year planning, cash flow, capital management, and operational areas such as IT, Risk, and Facilities.
• Experience in or knowledge of nonprofit financial management, including fund accounting, restricted/unrestricted funds, grant compliance, IRS Form 990 audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse revenue streams (e.g., membership, tuition, philanthropy, endowment income, program fees), optimize earned and contributed revenue, and partner with development on campaigns, grants, and donor strategy.
• Experience managing tight cash flow, controlling expenses, and leading capital planning, including facility maintenance and long‑term reserves, within dynamic fast‑paced environments.
• Strong executive presence with a track record of partnering with CEOs, senior leadership, and boards, and communicating complex financial concepts clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Experience building, managing, and mentoring high‑performing, multidisciplinary teams, with a collaborative leadership style and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems, data analytics, CRMs, and real‑time reporting tools; familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce, Financial Edge, Sage, or similar, and openness to adopting new technology that enhances efficiency and insight.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively while also operationalizing ideas into clear processes, measurable outcomes, and organizational results.
• Experience working in mission‑driven, value‑based organizations, with appreciation for Jewish communal life and values, and comfort engaging with lay leadership and organizational calendar and rhythms.
• Strategic, curious, and adaptable leader with a track record of driving organizational growth, transformation, or turnaround initiatives and the ability to translate financial decisions in a mission‑driven context.

Physical/Mental Requirements (ADA Compliance)

The position requires the candidate to remain in a sitting position for prolonged hours in an office environment. While performing duties, the candidate is occasionally required to stand, walk use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Candidate must occasionally lift and or/move up to fifteen (15) pounds. Working conditions may include being in an open (shared) cubicle or workspace.

Benefits Overview

Full‑Time employees of the JCC are considered benefits‑eligible.

The JCC contributes a portion of medical, dental, and vision plan premiums. The JCC proudly pays for 100% of Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage for benefits‑eligible employees. We also provide additional voluntary benefit plans.

The JCC has a 401(K) Plan available for elective deferral contributions for employees over 21 years of age with no waiting period. The JCC matches 50% of employee contributions, up to 3%, on a 5‑year vesting schedule.

Paid Time Off is a day‑one benefit, accrued based on years of service and in compliance with Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act. First‑year, benefits‑eligible employees may accrue up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in their first year of service. The JCC also provides paid‑holidays and benefits‑eligible employees are awarded up to 6 additional “Floating Holidays” per year, prorated based on date of hire.

Full‑Time employees are also eligible for a wide range of discounts, including the JCC's Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, free and discounted tickets to Mizel Arts and Culture events, discounted program and class costs, and more!

Full‑Time employees of the JCC receive a complementary family gym membership, which includes year‑round access to the JCC's fitness center and heated pool.

All employees of the JCC are eligible to join the “JCCs of North America” (JCCA) community, which includes access to the JCCA's resource center, ongoing professional development and networking opportunities, as well as educational stipends for qualifying employees.

Additional Notes

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, and the incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center values diversity and inclusiveness and is an equal opportunity employer.

$180,000 - $195,000