WIZO USA is on an exciting growth trajectory and is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee and strengthen the organization’s financial operations across multiple regions. This is a critical, hands-on role within a mission-driven nonprofit supporting life-changing programs in Israel.

As Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, monthly and quarterly closes, inter-entity reporting, audit preparation, and financial oversight for WIZO USA and its regional chapters. Working closely with senior leadership, external auditors, and regional stakeholders, you will ensure accuracy, transparency, and consistency across all financial reporting.

This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment and brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and exceptional organizational skills. You will play a vital role in supporting organizational growth, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring WIZO’s financial integrity as we expand our impact.

About WIZO USA:

WIZO USA is dedicated to promoting and supporting the vital work of WIZO in Israel through a network of regional and local chapters. WIZO chapters across the US are tightknit groups of impassioned women supporting Israel through advocacy, fundraising, and community building. Founded in 1920, the Women’s International Zionist Organization (WIZO) is a non-political, global movement committed to improving the lives of women, children, and the elderly in Israel. As the country’s leading social welfare and education nonprofit, WIZO serves over 70,000 people every day through hundreds of programs and facilities.

From youth villages and schools that empower at-risk children, to shelters for women escaping domestic violence, and specialized programs for families of reservists, WIZO delivers critical services to people of all ages, denominations, and backgrounds throughout Israel. Recognized by the United Nations since 1959 as an official NGO, WIZO continues to lead in advancing women’s rights and family welfare in Israel, and Jewish education worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

MONTHLY BOOKKEEPING AND OVERSIGHT

Transactional-Level Work
Categorize and post monthly deposits;
Categorized and post monthly cash disbursements;
Post additional activity from the bank statements;
Categorize and post credit card activity;
Process and enter bi-weekly payroll
Record investment activity
Accounting and Reporting
Monthly soft close financials for USA and Regional Chapters including:
Reconcile cash receipts between Raisers Edge and QuickBooks;
Reconcile Cash and Investment accounts;
Reconcile Raisers Edge to QuickBooks Online;
Reconcile and track transfers to Israel;
Provide detailed P&L per chapter for review
Quarterly full close with accrual basis financial statements and analysis;
Invoicing chapters based on shared expenses expected and incurred

AUDIT PREPARATION SERVICES

Liaison with auditors throughout the entire audit process;
Coordinating the gathering of information from various chapters and bookkeepers to prepare an audit package for the financial statement audit;
Balance Sheet – based approach. Closing all balance sheet items and providing sufficient audit evidence to balances;
Analytic Procedures to gain assurance on income statement balances;
Reviewing all client deliverables to ensure completeness and accuracy or request responses;
Maintain central location for all audit deliverables;
Preparing, coordinating, and delivering client assistance documents requested by auditors;
Oversight of internal client finance team and management of finance team deliverables;
Prepare technical accounting memo and guidance on application to financial statements;
Support in providing information for Annual Form 990;
Review of draft audited financial statements, Form 990 and Management letter with key management/governance teams

You are:

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
A proactive, solutions-oriented professional who takes ownership of financial processes
Comfortable managing multiple entities and priorities in a deadline-driven environment
A strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with leadership, auditors, and regional partners
Discreet, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential financial information with professionalism
Adaptable and resourceful, with the ability to thrive in a growing, evolving organization
Mission-driven, with a genuine commitment to supporting WIZO’s work in Israel

You have:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or multi-entity environment
Strong working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
Hands-on experience with month-end and year-end close processes
Experience preparing for and managing financial statement audits
Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online; experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising platforms strongly preferred
Advanced Excel skills, including reconciliations, analysis, and reporting
Experience with payroll processing and investment activity tracking
Ability to analyze financial data and present clear, accurate reports to stakeholders

Benefits:

10 vacation days
PTO for Federal and major Jewish Holidays
Health insurance with contribution paid by employee
Eligibility for 401K Match after one year of employment at discretion of the organization

Compensation:

$80,000-$100,000 annually commensurate with experience

To apply:

Send resume and cover letter to development@wizousa.org

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