Vice President of Finance - Shalom Hartman Institute

Mission and Philosophy

The Shalom Hartman Institute is a leading research and educational center serving Israel and world Jewry. We work to enrich the moral and spiritual life of Israel and the Jewish people, deepen the commitment to pluralism and Israel’s Jewish and democratic character, and rebuild the covenant between Israel and the Jewish world. Through our community of outstanding scholars and educators, the Institute develops innovative responses to the challenges of our time, cultivates a new generation of leaders and change agents, and builds transformational educational projects that help inspire a better Judaism and a better Israel for the 21st century.

Position

The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America is seeking an experienced and collaborative Vice President of Finance to oversee day-to-day financial operations and partner closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Vice President (EVP) on strategic financial management. The Vice President of Finance will play a critical role in partnering with our fundraising team, ensuring that our budgets reflect our programmatic activity, in supporting strong financial controls, sound budgeting and forecasting, effective audit, investment, and finance committee support, and high-quality financial reporting across the organization.

Reporting to the CFO in Israel, and to SHI NA’s EVP in New York, the VP of Finance will manage the North American finance team and work cross-functionally with development, program, and operations colleagues to support the Institute’s mission through responsible and transparent financial stewardship. This position is based in our NY office, with the expectation that at least four days per week are in the office.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership and Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the North American finance function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial processes.
• Ensure strong internal financial controls, sound financial policies, and adherence to nonprofit accounting standards and best practices.
• Oversee core accounting processes, including general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll coordination, and bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supervise operational financial processes, including procurement procedures, vendor management, contracts, and payment cycles.
• Ensure the effective use and continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis

• Lead the preparation of organizational budgets and periodic re-forecasts in close partnership with the CFO, EVP, and departmental leadership.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide clear variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic planning, program growth, and long-term sustainability.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of cash flow projections to ensure organizational liquidity and alignment between programmatic activity and funding cycles.

Grant Oversight and Nonprofit Financial Management

• Oversee financial administration of grants and donor-restricted funds, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and donor requirements.
• Partner closely with the Development team to support grant budgeting and the preparation of financial reports and proposals for foundations, institutional funders, individual donors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure appropriate tracking and monitoring of restricted and unrestricted revenues and expenditures.
• Support reconciliation between development and finance records related to fundraising and grants.
• Ensure proper application of nonprofit fund accounting principles and accurate allocation of revenues and expenses across programs and funding sources. Audit, Compliance, and Governance
• Manage the organization’s annual audit process, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Support preparation and review of the organization’s annual Form 990 in coordination with external advisors.
• Prepare financial materials and presentations in close partnership with the CFO and EVP for the Audit Committee, Finance Committee, and Investment Committee.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and funder restrictions.
• Identify financial risks and work with the CFO and EVP to develop mitigation strategies.

Cross-Organizational Partnership

• Serve as a key financial partner to program leaders, ensuring that financial planning supports programmatic goals, impact, and fiscal planning.
• Work collaboratively with the Development team to align financial management with fundraising strategy and grant requirements.
• Partner with operational and program teams to ensure financial procedures and controls are effectively implemented across the organization.
• Translate financial information into clear and actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Support the CFO in maintaining strong financial governance and transparency across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• At least 15 years of experience in nonprofit finance, including audit management and fund accounting.
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring finance staff.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience working with boards and board committees, particularly finance, audit, and investment committees.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally, especially with development teams on grant reporting.
• High level of discretion, judgment, and integrity.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Comfort working both independently and collaboratively.
• Mission alignment and commitment to the values and work of the Institute.
• Hebrew proficiency a plus.
• Good sense of humor.

Salary and Benefits

Salary band is $180,000 - $200,000 and is commensurate with experience. The Institute offers a competitive benefits package.

The Shalom Hartman Institute of North America is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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