Finance and Grant Controller

Senior financial steward for Artists ReEnvisioning Tomorrow Inc, onsite in Peoria, IL, with a salary range of $75,000–$85,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee grant budgets across state, federal, foundation, and corporate funding sources.
• Own CSA reporting, craft grant narratives, and manage compliance calendars.
• Monitor restricted and unrestricted funds and their allocations.
• Ensure timely, accurate submission of all grant financial reports.
• Prepare, file, and track program financial reports (PFRs) for all grants.
• Ensure adherence to 2 CFR 200 and other funder guidelines.
• Act as internal Controller, upholding robust financial systems and internal controls.
• Oversee monthly close processes, reconciliations, and internal financial statements.
• Produce and maintain weekly cash flow analyses with actionable insights for leadership.
• Coordinate audit preparation and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Implement processes and systems to reduce reliance on external accountants while preserving accuracy.
• Deliver financial updates and compliance briefings to the CEO and Board.
• Provide objective, solution-focused guidance to the CEO on financial risk, compliance, and strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with the CEO and Chief Operations & Program Officer to align budgets, cash flow, and compliance with organizational priorities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, challenging assumptions when needed and flagging concerns early.
• Work with program staff and grant writer to ensure financial accuracy in grant proposals and program budgets.
• Offer financial analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Train managers on allowable expenses, budget tracking, and compliance requirements.
• Build scalable financial infrastructure to support ART INC’s future growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of nonprofit finance experience, with emphasis on grants compliance and budgeting.
• Proven expertise with 2 CFR 200 and government or state-funded grants.
• Direct experience leading audits and managing funder financial reporting.
• Experience presenting financial information to senior leadership and boards.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What Success Looks Like

• Audits are clean and delivered on schedule with no material findings.
• Grant PFRs and financial reports are accurate and timely.
• Cash flow is clearly visible and reliably reported to leadership.
• Dependence on external accounting support is reduced due to improved processes.
• CEO, Board, and funders have increased confidence in ART INC’s financial management.