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Finance & HR Administrator
Congregation Ner Tamid is hiring a full-time Finance & HR Administrator to manage the financial and personnel operations of our synagogue and preschool in Henderson, Nevada.
About Congregation Ner Tamid
Congregation Ner Tamid is a diverse Reform Jewish community in Southern Nevada. We embrace Reform Judaism's willingness to introduce innovation while preserving tradition, accept diversity while asserting commonality, and affirm beliefs without rejecting those who doubt.
Our mission is to provide meaningful religious services, lifelong Jewish learning, cultural programs, and social activities that perpetuate and advance Reform Judaism. Our campus is home to both the congregation and our preschool.
Position summary
The Finance & HR Administrator manages the day-to-day financial operations and employee administration of our synagogue and preschool, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and compliance with nonprofit financial standards. This role handles accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, payroll, pension payments, personnel records, onboarding, benefits, grant financial reporting, and the monthly reports our leaders and board rely on.
The ideal candidate is meticulous, dependable, and comfortable balancing competing deadlines, paying immediate bills and payroll first and everything else accurately and on time.
Key responsibilities
Finance, accounting & financial operations
• Assist in preparing and managing annual operating budgets for the synagogue and preschool, drawing on spending history, membership and enrollment trends, and projected revenue.
• Monitor budget performance and flag variances for leadership review; recommend cost savings and efficiencies.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, vendor payments, and cash flow, prioritizing immediate bills and payroll.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Track restricted, designated, and grant-related funds, and maintain records that support audits and financial reviews.
• Prepare monthly financial and budget-to-actual reports for leadership and the board, and assist with year-end reporting.
Payroll, benefits & pension administration
• Process payroll for all employees, reviewing it for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate payroll corrections and adjustments, and payroll reporting requirements.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Process and track all pension payments, and manage retirement and pension reporting.
• Communicate with benefits providers and pension administrators about payments and reporting.
• Answer employee questions about payroll and benefits payments.
Human resources & benefits administration
• Maintain employee personnel files and employment records.
• Coordinate onboarding for new employees and offboarding for departing employees.
• Track employment agreements, contracts, and required documentation.
• Maintain the confidentiality of employee information.
• Coordinate employee benefit enrollments and changes.
• Maintain benefits records and documentation.
• Assist employees with payroll, benefits, and administrative questions.
Grant financial administration
• Track grant-funded expenditures against approved budgets.
• Prepare reimbursement requests and grant financial reports.
• Monitor grant financial compliance requirements and reporting deadlines.
• Work with the Executive Director on finding and applying for new grants.
Events, religious services & High Holy Day support
Provide operational support for religious services, congregational events, educational programs, and community activities.
• Support weekly Shabbat services at least once a month.
• Coordinate operational needs for the High Holy Days and major religious observances.
• Support lifecycle events, educational programs, community events, and fundraisers.
• Coordinate room scheduling and facility utilization.
• Manage event logistics, setup requirements, vendor coordination, and operational readiness.
• Ensure facilities, supplies, staffing support, and resources are available for successful event execution.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support organizational programming.
This posting is a general overview of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and Congregation Ner Tamid may assign additional tasks as needed.
Required Qualifications
Experience and education
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or nonprofit finance; payroll experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in a synagogue, nonprofit, or other mission-driven organization is preferred.
• Familiarity with Jewish communal life and synagogue operations is a plus; a willingness to learn is essential.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Skills
• Working knowledge of accounts payable and receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting and payroll software, and strong spreadsheet skills.
• Knowledge of general HR practices, including personnel recordkeeping, onboarding, and benefits administration.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize payroll and urgent bills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Discretion in handling confidential employee and financial information.
Attributes
• A collaborative team player who works well with leadership, staff, vendors, and benefits providers.
• A proactive problem-solver who flags variances and issues early.
• Commitment to Congregation Ner Tamid's mission and values.
Compensation, benefits & schedule
• Salary: $60,000-$70,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Benefits available, retirement plan, paid vacation, early departure for Shabbat, synagogue membership for immediate family.
• Schedule: Full time, with evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed to support programming. This is an in-person role in Henderson, Nevada. Candidate must live in the greater Las Vegas area.
How to apply
Send a resume and a brief cover letter describing your relevant experience to CNT Executive Director, Joel Swedlove ( [email protected] ). Please include "Finance & HR Administrator" in the subject line.
Congregation Ner Tamid is committed to a culture where everyone thrives, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.