Compensation: $130,000 to $150,000
Location: Chicago
Work Schedule: Hybrid, Chicago
The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the financial operations, accounting, and reporting functions of the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage accounting and audit activities, including review and recording of transactions, vendor payments, cash receipts, journal entries, and monthly closings.
- Coordinate and prepare for external audits as required by contracts and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee financial reporting, ensuring accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, as well as specialized program cost reports.
- Administer and maintain the organization’s financial reporting system and ensure compliance with contract, grant, and regulatory requirements.
- Direct the development of organization-wide and program-specific budgets, monitor financial performance, and address any compliance issues that arise.
- Analyze and monitor actual results against the budget, preparing variance reports and financial analyses to support management decision-making.
- Provide technical consultation on financial matters and assist management with budget, cost, and program performance evaluations.
- Communicate financial insights and recommendations to management for improving operational efficiency and program outcomes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- 5+ years of experience in accounting and financial reporting management, including experience in a non-profit environment.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and public accounting experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work with a diverse team and effectively handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software, with the ability to adapt to new technologies.
- Flexibility to work outside regular hours when necessary and willingness to travel as needed.