Jewish Schools Business Manager

The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville

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Job Summary

The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville (JFGN) is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team as we work to grow Jewish life and commitment to Jewish education throughout Greater Nashville.

What you’ll be doing

The Jewish Schools Business Manager will be a central member of the Akiva, Jewish Middle School, and Kehilla High School teams, managing the business affairs of the three schools. Working collaboratively with school staff and teachers, this position will be responsible for creating tuition contracts, financial assistance, accounts payable, and human resources, as well as a wide array of other tasks and opportunities.

About Nashville and JFGN

Nashville is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic cities in the United States. Known as “Music City,” live music can be found on just about every corner every night of the week. With temperate weather, vibrant cultural institutions, a robust foodie scene, and a charming Southern warmth (not to mention a rapidly growing Jewish population), Nashville has repeatedly been recognized as one of the top cities in the United States to call home.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville is the central voluntary communal organization of Nashville’s Jewish community. We focus our efforts on building and securing the Jewish community, growing Jewish philanthropy, and caring for those in need with dignity. Our impact is felt locally, in Israel, and around the world. Our greatest resource is our people — the staff, volunteers, partners, and leaders who help make the greater Nashville Jewish community a welcoming home. We offer a collaborative, friendly, and inspiring work environment. The Nashville Jewish community is rapidly growing and there is a strong desire to enhance and build upon the community’s rich tradition of philanthropy and engagement.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

More information about our organization is available at www.jewishnashville.org

Akiva is a K-6 Jewish Day School located in Nashville, TN. At Akiva, we pursue excellence, foster critical inquiry, and inspire informed Jewish living. Our students are known for their unmatched curiosity, their deep sense of self, and their commitment to our Nashville community (as well as the global community).

Jewish Middle School serves the Nashville area with a nurturing educational environment that embraces the Jewish people’s love of learning and commitment to repairing the world in which we live. Our families have a wide range of beliefs, affiliations, and observances, but share common core values that define our community. 

Kehilla High School is the newest member of Nashville’s family of community day schools, joining Akiva School and the Jewish Middle School.  Housed on the verdant grounds of Temple Ohabai Shalom, KHS currently includes the ninth, tenth, and eleventh grades. We will add a twelfth grade in 2025. 

Job Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Donor database system manager
• Enter pledges/payments/gifts
• Send out tax letters
• Maintain accurate information on constituents
• Prepare and manage tuition contracts as well as work with families on payment plan options
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Maintain detailed records for auditors

Qualifications

Skills you’ll need: 

• Knowledge of Little Green Light Donor Data Base, QuickBooks, Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Google Suite including Google Sheets, and DocuSign.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented. 
• Proven ability to meet multiple deadlines and balance numerous projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to professionalism and collegiality, including the ability to receive feedback and take action when appropriate. 
• Ability to handle confidential financial and personal information with discretion and sensitivity. 

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

If you’re excited about this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter to Chief Financial Officer, Becky Gunn: becky@jewishnashville.org

Details

• Date Posted: August 14, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Accounting / Financial Management
• Service Area: Education
• Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000
• Working Hours: 40 hrs/wk