Assistant to the Executive Director/Finance Director

Temple Shaari Emeth (TSE) is a vibrant Reform congregation founded in 1966 with nearly 700 member households. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and welcoming Jewish space, embracing new ideas, and exploring different modes of worship and Jewish expression. We are engaged in lifelong learning and spiritual searching, called by Torah to justice and social responsibility. With a dynamic range of community activities, Jewish holiday celebrations, and lifecycle events, TSE is a thriving hub of Jewish life in western Monmouth County.

The position is an integral role for the success of the Temple and the overall satisfaction and happiness of our members. This position requires dependability, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a high level of professionalism.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an energetic and proactive professional with a passion and commitment for synagogue life. The position requires a vibrant individual with a sense of humor and a desire for longevity in this role. This position reports to the Executive Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Bookkeeping Functions

• Reconciliation of Bank Accounts
• Monthly Board Reports
• Balancing Cash Flow and Budgets
• Payroll calculations and processing
• Accounts payable/Paying bills
• Communicating with vendors
• Accounts receivable/Contacting congregants with overdue balances
• Setting up yearly budgets in QuickBooks and managing integration with Shulcloud
• Managing our banking relationships (setting up new signers, reports, etc.)
• Assist Executive Director with grants management.

Membership Responsibilities

•  Track trends regarding membership and involvement and report to the Executive Director, board, senior staff
• Support the efforts of committees, including providing necessary reporting in regard to membership and finances
• Execute outreach and recruitment strategies in conjunction with the Executive Director, Publicity Committee, and appropriate committees
• Work closely with our other staff to help build and implement engagement strategies and events

Other Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist with updating membership data including communication preferences, interest-based information and other volunteer related data
• Provide phone and email support to temple members by responding to inquiries about life cycle events, educational opportunities, ways to get involved, billing, member options and engagement pathways
• Coordinate membership billing and abatement process with our Executive Director
• Manage adjustments to member accounts and assist the ELC with account adjustments and billings
• Backup other Administrative staff with building reception, answering phones, and other tasks as needed

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Familiarity with Jewish life cycle events and an appreciation for the importance of a synagogue in a Jewish community is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in related fields
• Working knowledge of and a passion for synagogue life
• Ability to interact with confidentiality, integrity, and tact when working with the diverse community
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with ShulCloud (a synagogue management system) is a plus.
• High computer literacy: adept in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks

The position is available immediately, potentially on a part-time basis with the intention of becoming full-time as of July 1, 2025. If interested, please submit your resume and letter of interest to:

Stuart Brown, Executive Director

[email protected]

Please, no phone calls.