Director of Finance & Operations
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-09-04
Listing for:
CFS
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is a large, rapidly growing nonprofit who is looking for a strong finance leader.
Why Work Here- Up to 5% bonus
- $500/ mo tech/wellness stipend
- 4% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
- 20 vacation days
- Medical coverage is 100% employer-paid for the employee under the base PPO plan and approximately 70% for dependents
- Minimal travel required, generally 2 to 4 trips per year (board meetings, team retreats)
- Will cover CPA renewal fees and some CE
- Organization has grown significantly, with continued growth expected
- High-impact leadership role with direct exposure to the COO, executive leadership, and Board
- Opportunity to own both finance and broader nonprofit operations
- Lean, collaborative team with a strong Senior Accountant already in place
- Broad responsibility across accounting, budgeting, forecasting, grants, audit, compliance, payroll, benefits, technology, insurance, and risk management
- Opportunity to help strengthen processes and infrastructure as the organization continues to scale
- This person will lead the organization’s finance and accounting function, including budgeting, forecasting, cash management, financial reporting, internal controls, grant accounting, restricted funds, audit, Form 990, and regulatory compliance
- They will also oversee broader nonprofit operations, including payroll, benefits administration, technology, insurance, legal and regulatory compliance, vendor management, and organizational policies
- 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience w/ strong nonprofit exposure
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field required – advanced degree a plus (MBA or Master’s in accounting)
- CPA required
- Experience with restricted funds, PAC $, 501(c)(3)/501(c)(4) entities, or other affiliated nonprofit structures is a big plus
Salary range $140K to $175K base
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