Director of Finance

Chicago, IL onsite role supporting the Agency’s financial health under direction of the Chief Financial Officer.

• Budgeting and forecasting: direct budgeting, forecasting, analyzing, and reporting activities
• Financial policies and controls: develop and implement financial management, budget, and accounting goals, policies, priorities, and procedures
• Compliance: ensure internal control and adherence to GAAP plus State and Federal regulations and guidelines
• Accounting operations: maintain fiscal data integrity through accounting operations
• Ledgers and accounting records: direct maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, including accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, operating expenses, and insurance records
• Fixed assets and property: oversee fixed assets, inventory supplies, and property management
• Team leadership: supervise the finance and accounting team of direct and indirect reports
• Analysis for resourcing: compile and analyze accounting records and related data to determine financial resources required to implement programs
• Budget implementation: interpret budget directives and establish policies for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating budget procedures
• Annual budget development: manage and coordinate development of the Agency’s annual budget, including revenue projections and preliminary and final budget documents
• Cost studies: lead budget cost studies and analyses of budget information to address internal and external queries and provide management information
• Year-end budget management: monitor and analyze revenues and expenditures during the fiscal year relative to the adopted budget; coordinate budget activities during fiscal year-end closing
• Program and administrative financial analysis: develop findings, provide financial analysis for policy decisions, and recommend solutions for complex budget and financial management issues
• Audits: direct internal, external, and funder-instructed audits, including review of accounting, administrative, and internal controls
• Agency annual audit support: lead the annual audit by providing required account schedules, accrual-based financial statements, and related footnotes if necessary based on policies, procedures, and controls
• Grants, contracts, and contributions: account for and report on Federal, State, and City Government grants and contracts, and contributions and grants from private donors (personally or through supervision)
• Other duties: other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in Finance and/or Accounting
• Minimum 7 years of related work experience
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience
• CPA preferred
• Experience with Human Service organizations preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and other accounting software; Microsoft Office Suite; Internet Explorer; inventory software; and project management software preferred
• Strong work ethic and professional, well-organized, reliable, self-starter approach
• Detail-oriented with ability to review materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, and conciseness
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements
• Understanding of interrelationships, roles, and responsibilities of the Agency
• Strong problem-solving skills, solid accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, and research and resolution ability
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing to managers and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Physical and work-travel requirements:
  • Remain stationary 50% of the time
  • Frequently move inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery
  • Transport oneself to and from sites
  • Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required for work-related travel
  • Constantly operate a computer and office productivity machinery (calculator, copy machine, computer printer)
  • Occasionally ascend/descend stairs
  • At times may be required to lift up to 25 lbs

Technologies

• Microsoft Dynamics
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Internet Explorer
• Inventory software
• Project management software

Compensation

• USD 110,000 - 150,000 per year

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Full-Time Benefits (Eligible)

• Benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 403(b) retirement savings plan; paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program
• Benefits provided in accordance with plan documents and organizational policies; eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours