Controller - Chicago, IL - Part-Time

Controller - Chicago, IL - Part-Time at Your Part-Time Controller, LLC

AWARD-WINNING Accounting Firm—You should work here!

Part‑Time Controller for Nonprofit Organizations

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 we are seeking a talented Controller to join our team. YPTC has recently been recognized by Accounting Today as the Best Place to Work for 2025 and has received the inaugural Best Places to Work for Women award.

Our hybrid work environment, professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and people‑focused culture provide genuine support both inside and outside of work.

We offer a hybrid work environment, professional education opportunities, competitive compensation, and a people‑focused culture that provides genuine support inside and outside of work. As a Controller with a purpose, you will bring your accounting expertise and passion for helping nonprofit organizations to build lasting client relationships. Our commitment to growth and our Best Place to Work awards reflect the supportive culture our leadership has shown through the pandemic and beyond.

Our part‑time staff members enjoy the same opportunities for professional growth and development and are eligible for many of the same incentives as those working full‑time.

"Working part‑time at YPTC has allowed me the freedom to do what I love, and it allows me to remain present in my personal life. Working with my clients fulfills my need to continue to grow professionally while also being there for my kids. And to top it off, I am also helping to financially support my family. I couldn’t ask for more!"

– Michele Tobiassen, YPTC Associate

• Transform nonprofit client financial departments to help them meet their mission.
• Financial reporting for management and Board decision making and presentations.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting, operations, internal controls, and compliance policies and procedures to support client strategy and best practices.
• Handle transactional activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (revenue recognition and billing), payroll, general accounting, reconciliations, month‑end close, and maintain work papers.
• Perform analysis and data visualization, budgeting and forecasting.
• Grant management, allocations, and funder reporting.
• Prepare for and manage annual audit.
• Provide client and staff training opportunities.

• Passionate about working in or supporting non‑profit organizations.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• 5‑7+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience working in a remote environment preferred.
• Ability to manage and lead multiple clients, work independently, and be responsive on a timely basis.
• Demonstrated strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with multiple GL packages, especially Quick Books, and electronic bill pay systems.
• Non‑profit accounting, public accounting experience, and/or consulting experience is a plus but not required.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• Bilingual — English/Spanish a plus.
• Customized cover letter explaining interest and qualifications for this role is required.

• A Best Place to Work recognized by Inc. Magazine and Accounting Today.
• Opportunity to serve nonprofit organizations with a mission‑driven purpose.
• A culture of support, enabling staff to succeed.
• Growth opportunities; among the fastest‑growing accounting firms in the U.S., with unlimited professional growth possibilities.
• Competitive compensation.
• Work‑life balance, 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, we offer:
  • 4 weeks paid time off (including 100 hours paid vacation to start; eligibility for additional vacation based on tenure and a minimum 40 hours sick time, subject to applicable state law).
  • 9 paid holidays.
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplementary benefit options.
  • Very generous employer…