Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

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Controller

Full Time Non-Direct Service Chicago, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

JOB SUMMARY:

The Controller is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations for AFC and CHH and the financial reporting functions of AFC. This position ensures the integrity of financial information, compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), nonprofit accounting standards, donor and grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Controller provides leadership for accounting processes, internal controls, audits, budgeting support, and financial analysis to help advance the organization's mission and strategic goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll posting, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and GAAP.
• Monitor financial performance and support the analysis of key financial trends and variances.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard organizational assets.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies.
• Monitor cash flow and recommend strategies to optimize liquidity.
• Oversee 1099 filings, Form 990 and other required regulatory submissions.

Audit Management

• Lead the annual financial statement audit and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Coordinate preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and management responses. Ensure restricted and unrestricted funds are properly allocated and released from restriction when appropriate.
• Implement recommendations from audit findings and management letters.
• Ensure timely completion of all audit and compliance requirements.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes and financial systems.
• Support organizational initiatives and cross-functional projects.

General

• Assist the Sr. Director of Finance and the CFO in evaluating financial risks, opportunities, and organizational sustainability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assignment of duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Senior Manager of Donor Services, Senior Manager of Accounting, and Manager of Accounting for CHH.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, and grant…