Who we are: Camp Ramah in the Poconos (CRP) operates an Overnight and Day Camp program that offers transformative, immersive experiences that blend vibrant Jewish life with a fun and meaningful summer. Rooted in tradition, values, and community, campers and staff build friendships, independence, resilience, and leadership skills, while cultivating a lifelong love for Judaism. We welcome Jewish campers from diverse backgrounds, fostering a community where they can learn, grow, and thrive.
Job Summary: The Finance Manager supports the day-to-day financial operations of Camp Ramah in the Poconos, ensuring accurate accounting, strong internal controls, and smooth financial processes year-round. This role plays a key part in maintaining reliable financial records, supporting reporting and audits, and strengthening coordination across financial systems. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration, the Finance Manager works closely with colleagues across the Overnight Camp, Day Camp, and Development teams to ensure financial data is accurate, timely, and well-organized.
Employment Details:
- Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
- Location/Schedule: Year-round, full-time position based at Camp Ramah in the Poconos’ administrative office in Bala Cynwyd, PA. The year-round team currently works a hybrid schedule (three days in office, two remote). Occasional travel may be required during the camp season to camps and throughout the year for professional development and staff gatherings.
- Compensation: $70,000-$80,000
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Reconciliation
- Record deposits, payments, and journal entries in QuickBooks Online (QBO).
- Reconcile bank, merchant, and credit card accounts; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain alignment between QBO financials, CampMinder registration data, and Salesforce development records.
- Support quarterly and annual financial reviews and the year-end audit process.
Payables, Vendors & Compliance
- Process payables through Ramp and QBO with appropriate coding and documentation.
- Maintain vendor records, collect and track W-9s, and prepare 1099s at year-end.
- Support compliance with tax-exempt purchasing and financial documentation standards.
Revenue Tracking & System Coordination
- Record and reconcile tuition, donations, and other revenue across systems and bank records.
- Coordinate with the Development team to ensure revenue is properly categorized and recorded.
- Track scholarships and third-party payments and ensure accurate reflection in financial systems.
Reporting & Process Improvement
- Prepare recurring internal reports related to spending, budgets, and account balances.
- Support departmental and committee reporting with summaries and data exports.
- Maintain organized financial files and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
- Recommend and help implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across systems.
General Support
- Communicate clearly and professionally with staff and vendors on financial matters.
- Support the Director of Finance and Administration with data entry, analysis, and special projects.
- Handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 3–5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, ideally in a nonprofit, camp, or educational environment.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Excel/Google Sheets, and comfort with platforms such as Salesforce and CampMinder.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
- Collaborative and solutions-oriented, with strong communication skills when supporting staff, vendors, and families on financial matters.
- Commitment to Camp Ramah’s mission — someone who appreciates the role camp plays in shaping community, identity, and belonging. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in helping a mission-driven organization operate at its best behind the scenes.
Compensation and Benefits: Camp Ramah in the Poconos offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health (with the majority of cost covered by Camp for employees and dependents), dental, and vision insurance; FSA; long-term disability and life insurance; 403(b) retirement plan; generous paid time off including Jewish and federal holidays; early Friday closings for Shabbat; and hybrid work flexibility.
To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this position to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.