Jewish Story Partners (JSP) is a nonprofit established in 20221 which provides grants and support to the highest caliber independent film projects exploring Jewish themes. JSP seeks a detail-oriented take-charge individual for the part-time position of Finance and Operations Officer. The job is located in Los Angeles. We offer a hybrid remote/office work schedule and flexible hours.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Finance and Operations Officer will be an integral part of our small and creative staff – helping to build, stabilize and operate an artist support organization by managing day-to-day financial, administrative, and human resources operations, assisting JSP’s Co-Executive Directors with board relations, and supervising an administrative assistant. This role offers a rare opportunity to be a co-creator of a start-up arts nonprofit.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Desired candidate’s qualifications and skills include:
- 10-15 years of work experience demonstrating excellent financial, analytical, operational and managerial skills
- Enough non-profit and organizational experience to take a birds-eye view of what’s required to build and grow a healthy non-profit which is also a great place to work
- Experience implementing HR best practices including equity and inclusion
- Financial expertise to develop budgets, track spending, oversee payroll and banking, and generate reports – both for internal controls and external partners
- Ability to work with CPA to ensure accurate and timely tax filings and adherence to all state and federal non-profit financial regulations
- Enough knowledge to know when it is time to consult with a non-profit lawyer
- Strong writing and communication skills. Comfort and savvy working with a variety of constituents
- Collaborative, self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit
- Interest in film and media, and ideally professional experience and education in the field
- Willingness to embrace multiple, sometimes unanticipated tasks that inevitably arise with a small staff in a start-up environment
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Finance and Operations Officer include:
Finance and Governance
- Oversee finance, HR, and operations of JSP to ensure smooth functioning of its programs and positive cash flow, with an eye toward organizational sustainability and growth
- Oversee all financial systems for the organization including:
- Working with bookkeeper on accounts payable, banking, payroll functions, ongoing financial reporting and analysis of financial statements
- Scheduling and providing support for bi-annual board meetings and quarterly finance committee meetings
- Working with CPA firm to coordinate annual taxes, financial audits, and 990s, and to ensure compliance with federal and state financial regulations for non-profits
- Faciliating the annual budget process
- Establishing and managing vendor accounts, relationships, and contracts
Administration
- Work with Co-Executive Directors to manage the day-to-day administration of the organization and to dream and plan for the future
- Ovversee office software, subscriptions, website, and technology needs and upgrades
- Supervise administrative assistant who serves multiple departments
- Provide office management
- Manage state and federal business registration and reporting
HR
- Supervise payroll and develop healthcare, retirement, and benefit plans for JSP staff
- Work with HR consultant to build sustainable HR structures and manage confidential employee files
- Ensure timely annual reviews, onboarding and offboarding processes, and other human resources needs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
JSP offers a competitive salary, a health stipend, and generous vacation and sick leave policies.
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Jewish Story Partners is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that stimulates and supports the highest caliber independent films that utilize fresh, nuanced perspectives to tell stories about the diverse spectrum of Jewish experiences, cultures, and encounters.
Jewish Story Partners is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and actively seeks persons of color, women, LGBT applicants and differently abled persons for this position.
Employment Type: Part Time
Bonus/Commission: No