Since 1927, the Yeshivah of Flatbush has stood at the forefront of American Jewish education and has set the standard of excellence emulated by other academic institutions. It has imbued its students with a thirst for knowledge, a commitment to Torah and Zionism, a love of the Hebrew language and the dedication to serve the greater Jewish and secular communities. The school philosophy is a synthesis of Judaic studies, liberal arts and extracurricular activities that places great emphasis on the students’ character development. It has evolved into a unique complement of Jewish and American values that focuses on all aspects of education and enables our graduates to meet the challenges of college and life. In the years to come, we look forward to continuing the traditions of excellence, innovation and leadership that have made us a world-renowned institution.
The Tuition Assistance Associate plays an important role in ensuring the School’s financial aid awards are distributed appropriately. This position is integral to upholding a smoothly run Tuition Assistance Department. The Tuition Assistance Associate will support the Tuition Assistance Manager in reviewing and analyzing financial aid application documentation. The Tuition Assistance Associate is responsible for maintaining and organizing the department’s spreadsheets and records as well as preparing the necessary materials for Tuition Committee meetings.
Responsibilities:
● Review applicants’ financial documentation
● Maintain and update spreadsheet data
● Create materials for tuition committee meetings
● Provide weekly departmental update for Management and the Board
● Assist in other finance office projects as needed
Requirements:
● Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and personal information and ensure the utmost discretion at all times
● General business and personal tax understanding preferred
● Strong mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail
● Ability to meet multiple simultaneous deadlines and work well under pressure
● Computer literacy, including spreadsheet software and word processing, as well as ability to learn and use other applications as required
● Work well within team and contribute to a positive work environment
Salary range: $55,000 – $60,000
Send cover letter and resume to Rabbi Tzvi Lorkis, Tuition Assistance and Collections Manager at tlorkis@flatbush.org