Financial Analyst at JCC OF CENTRAL NJ INC – SCOTCH PLAINS, New Jersey

The JCC of Central New Jersey is a non-profit agency whose mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community – from generation to generation. The JCC offers educational, recreational, fitness & wellness, cultural and communal programs and activities to people of all abilities and all stages of life.

Summary of Position:

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting the JCC's Finance Department with financial planning, budgeting, and internal reporting processes. This role partners closely with department heads to help them understand and manage their budgets, while providing clear, actionable financial insights to support decision-making across the organization. The Financial Analyst is a key member of the Finance team, responsible for preparing and distributing monthly financial reports, supporting the annual budgeting process, and analyzing program-level performance

This full-time, overtime exempt role, reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, serves as a bridge between the Finance Department and program staff. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, analytically minded professional who enjoys working with both data and people in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the development and coordination of the annual operating budget across all departments
• Work directly with department leaders to build, refine, and manage their budgets
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness of budget inputs
• Support organizational forecasting processes, including quarterly or periodic updates
• Assist in developing financial models and scenario analyses
• Track key financial and operational metrics to inform projections
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare and distribute monthly departmental financial (P&L) reports in a timely manner
• Ensure reports are clear, accurate, and user-friendly
• Analyze program-level financial performance, including revenue and expense
• Serve as a financial resource to department heads to:
  • Identify and analyze root causes of financial variances
  • Follow up on discrepancies, missing information, or unexpected results
  • Foster a culture of financial awareness and accountability
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities across departments and programs
• Partner with Accounting Manager to maintain consistency between internal reports and financial statements

Data Management & Systems

• Extract, organize, and analyze financial data from accounting and operational systems
• Ensure data accuracy and alignment across systems
• Support improvements in financial reporting tools, dashboards, and processes
• Assist in maintaining reporting templates and documentation

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, operations, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• Ability to organize and interpret data clearly and accurately
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with non-financial staff
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, or dashboards preferred

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment
• Ability to view a computer screen for prolonged periods
• Occasional standing, walking, bending and reaching
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to lift and move light materials, typically up to 15 pounds

Key Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSAs; HSA
• Mass transit and commuter parking FSAs
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Complimentary membership with use of facilities (fitness, aquatics, programs)
• Program discounts for the entire family

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 annually; commensurate with experience

The JCC promotes a diverse workforce where all employees are treated fairly. All employees must work together with mutual respect. The Center complies with all applicable state and federal laws and holds its employees accountable to do the same.