Location and Job Title:

Senior Accountant
Jewish Educational Alliance
5111 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31405

Principal Responsibilities:

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the CFO, the Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and compliance of all financial records, and supporting the overall financial health of the Savannah Jewish Federation and Jewish Educational Alliance. This position works with a small team and performs duties related to accounts payable and receivable, payroll, general ledger accounting, and grant-specific financial tracking. The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the organization's financial integrity, transparency, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.

The position is full-time and in-person, based at the JEA campus in Savannah, GA. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required during audit periods, special financial cycles and/or large community events.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Perform daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for internal and external use.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit financial regulations, and grant reporting requirements.
• Assist with annual audits through audit preparation and documentation.
• Manage grant-related accounting, including tracking revenue and expenditures, ensuring adherence to donor restrictions, and preparing grant-specific financial reports.
• Develop, document, and maintain internal controls and financial policies to safeguard organizational assets and ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries, reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, and ensure timely financial closings.
• Collaborate with program and department heads to improve accounting processes, enhance efficiencies, and support accurate budgeting and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of accounting experience; nonprofit or grant accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit financial compliance standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and other office technologies.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities with a collaborative approach to teamwork.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
CPA or pursuit of CPA certification preferred.

Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000

Agency Information:

Savannah has been home to a diverse, strong, and thriving Jewish community since 1733. Supported by the Savannah Jewish Federation (SJF), the Jewish Educational Alliance (JEA)--Savannah's Jewish Community Center--has continuously provided meaningful programs, activities, and services for children, teens, adults, and families in greater Savannah since 1912.

The JEA is a cherished community institution serving multiple generations from Jewish and greater Savannah. A leader in early childhood education and community engagement, the JEA's facilities feature a new outdoor zero-entry pool, indoor lap pool, gymnasiums, a state-of-the-art fitness center, art gallery, classrooms, auditorium, commercial kitchen, athletic fields, playground, and more.