Controller - Calumet , IL

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Your Part‑Time Controller, LLC (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations. We are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the U.S. and are seeking a talented Controller to join our team. YPTC has been nationally recognized as the Best Place to Work by Accounting Today for 2025 and recently received a Best Places to Work for Women award from Best Companies Group.

We offer a hybrid work environment, a flexible schedule, an excellent benefits program, generous employer medical contributions, professional education opportunities, competitive compensation, a standard full‑time 35‑hour work week, and a people‑focused culture with genuine support inside and outside of work. Accounting skills paired with a passion for helping nonprofit organizations create positive, client‑centric relationships is essential.

• Serve as the outsourced Controller/CFO for multiple non‑profit clients.
• Transform nonprofit client financial departments to help them meet their mission.
• Provide financial reporting for management and board decision‑making, including presentations.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting, operations, internal controls, and compliance policies and procedures.
• Perform transactional activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (revenue recognition and billing), payroll, general accounting, reconciliations, month‑end close, and maintain work papers.
• Conduct analysis and data visualization, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage grant reporting, allocations, and funder reporting.
• Prepare for and manage annual audits.
• Provide client and staff training opportunities.

• Passionate about working in or supporting nonprofit organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or related field).
• 5–7+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience working remotely is preferred.
• Ability to manage and lead multiple clients, work independently, and respond promptly.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with multiple general ledger packages, especially Quick Books, and electronic bill pay systems.
• Non‑profit accounting, public accounting, and/or consulting experience is a plus.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• English/Spanish bilingualism is a plus.
• Customized cover letter explaining interest and qualifications for this role is required.

• Best Place to Work (nationally recognized by Inc. Magazine and Accounting Today).
• Mission‑driven purpose serving nonprofit organizations.
• A supportive culture that enables staff to succeed.
• Unlimited professional growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation.
• Work‑life balance with full- and part-time positions available.
• Standard 35‑hour full‑time work week with eligibility for paid overtime for non‑exempt employees.
• For full‑time positions:
  • 4 weeks paid time off (typically 100 hours paid vacation) with eligibility for additional vacation based on tenure and a minimum 40 hours of sick time.
  • 9 paid holidays.
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and supplementary benefits.
  • Very generous employer contributions to medical insurance premiums.
• For part‑time positions:
  • Pro‑rated vacation and sick time based on hours worked.
  • Eligibility for supplementary benefit options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Ample professional development opportunities and reimbursement.
• Company‑provided laptop and technology stipend.
• Hybrid work environment.

Starting annual base salary is $90,000 to $125,000 based on a 35‑hour work week for this non‑exempt position. Total compensation may increase with overtime pay and eligibility for various bonuses. A professional development reimbursement and technology stipend are also provided annually. Base salary offers may vary based on education, experience, certifications, internal salary ranges, geographic location, and other business needs.

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We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.