Job Title:
Chief Financial & Administrative Officer
Organization Name:
Minnesota Jewish Community Center
Job Type:
Full-time
Salary Range:
$160,000-$175,000
Deadline:
May 1, 2026
Position Summary:
Ballinger | Leafblad is honored to partner with the Minnesota JCC on the search for its next Chief Financial & Administrative Officer.
This key leadership role reflects the scale, complexity, and community impact of the Minnesota JCC today – an exciting opportunity for a leader who is both strategic and operational, someone who can bring clarity to complexity, strengthen core systems, and build a cohesive administrative function that supports a dynamic, community-centered organization.
For a full century, the JCC has been a cornerstone of community life in Minneapolis and St. Paul, bringing people together through programs that promote well-being, foster inclusion, and strengthen community across generations. With two locations, a dedicated camp property, and a broad range of offerings, the JCC serves nearly 10,000 individuals annually and remains a vital, thriving institution.
This search comes at an important moment as the Minnesota JCC continues to evolve and strengthen its internal systems to support a dynamic and growing organization. Working in close partnership with the CEO and executive leadership team, the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer will guide the organization’s financial and administrative functions—overseeing Finance, Human Resources, Technology, Safety, Facilities, and Administrative Support—while strengthening infrastructure, improving integration across systems, and supporting strategic decision-making. This leader will play a central role in ensuring financial sustainability, operational clarity, and organizational alignment, serving as a trusted partner across staff, Board, and community as the JCC advances its mission into the future.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Comfortable operating in a mission-driven, community focused, and values-based environment
- Demonstrated experience supervising diverse operational departments
- Excellent communication skills — able to explain complex financial topics to both finance and nonfinance stakeholders
- Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills with a bias for action
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, AI and risk management
- Experience leading audits, managing cash flow, and ensuring regulatory compliance
- Proficiency in financial systems and the ability to implement or upgrade systems and processes
- Willingness to transform the organization through adaptation of AI
Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- Minimum 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial leadership, including CFO or senior-level finance roles – ideally in a nonprofit setting
How to Apply
All applicants must apply online.
To apply, a resume and cover letter are required for consideration.
We strive for a transparent and supportive process, starting with an initial review of applications, followed by exploratory conversations with qualified candidates, in-depth interviews, and open communication throughout. There will be an immediate and ongoing review of candidates, so we encourage and appreciate early applications.
All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality, subject to standard recruiting practices and any applicable legal disclosure obligations.
For more details or questions, inquiries may also be directed to Jamie Millard.
Applications will be accepted through May 1, 2026 or until the position is filled. Review of materials begins immediately. We encourage early application.
Additional Information
The salary range for this position is $160,000 – $175,000 + Annual Incentive Opportunity.
Compensation includes participation in a comprehensive and generous benefits package, which you can read more here in the position profile.