Chief Financial Officer

All Chicago Making Homelessness History • Chicago, IL

11d • $150,000 - $210,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) position of All Chicago Making Homelessness History, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness in Chicago, will be responsible for overseeing and managing the organization’s financial matters and providing strategic direction and leadership for its business financial operations and initiatives.

The CFO reports to the CEO and is a member of the senior leadership team. They support the organization’s goals of achieving excellence in providing financial guidance by facilitating positive interactions and supporting business goals. The CFO performs all duties and responsibilities in such a way as to demonstrate and support All Chicago Making Homelessness History’s vision, mission and values.

They also serve as a key resource and advisor to the CEO and the Board of Directors on issues related to the financial operation and long-term financial security of the organization. They recommend changes in strategy, policy and program operations in order to achieve the organization’s strategic and financial objectives.

Requirements

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred, 7-10+ years of experience in public or private/nonprofit sector.
• Software experience with Salesforce, AVID, and Financial Edge, 2-4 years of experience preferred.
• Depth of finance experience gained in a non-profit sector with substantial accounting experience.
• Experience in effectively managing the day-to-day financial operations of an organization.
• Breadth of financial experience which would include significant knowledge of Auditing, Budget, Capital Reporting, Cash Management, Cost Accounting and Reporting, Decision Support, Financial Planning & Analysis, and General Ledger.
• Highly developed finance acumen bringing credibility to the financials as it relates to tactical implementation; related depth of knowledge in such areas as, financial forecasting, cost/benefit analysis, accounting and financial decision making.
• Proven management and leadership skills with the ability to effectively evaluate, organize and influence resources, encourage and expect maximum performance from staff, and respectfully hold individuals accountable to ensure the integrity of the finance function.
• Must have experience with federal, state, and city grants and contract compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and understand ambiguous situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple clients and projects to successful completion on time.
• Leadership skills and the ability to achieve results.
• Technology driven, forward thinking mindset.
• Hybrid work schedule in office for necessary meetings and training. Candidate must be a resident of Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and help guide, communicate, and execute the strategic vision for the company; a true business partner across the entire organization.
• Lead, manage, and develop the company’s finance and accounting organization and drive continuous process improvements across the function.
• Prepares the annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the CEO and the Senior Leadership Team.
• Lead the development of short- and long-term financial goals and objectives.
• Develops and maintains a trusting relationship with the Board of Director members. Regularly presents the monthly financial report, financial forecast, year-to-date financials and the Multiyear Financial Forecast to leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Manage, plan and organize financial operations, structure and internal controls of All Chicago Making Homelessness History to ensure its financial integrity.
• Evaluate and anticipate current and future economic, social and governmental influences on All Chicago Making Homelessness's financial performance, continually interpreting and addressing the potential impacts, and providing recommendations and/or alternatives to achieve the best results.
• Manage All Chicago Making Homelessness's finance department staff through establishing performance goals, conducting regular meetings, communicating current standards and changes within the organization, and adequately preparing, educating and mentoring team to achieve personal and departmental goals.
• Monitors monthly financial operations, prepares analysis and reports, and gives guidance to executive and program staff.
• Works directly with assigned committee(s) of the board (e.g., Finance) to build volunteer relationships, develop policies, monitor their implementation and meet the related needs of the board.
• Develops performance indicators and measurement systems for tracking strategic plan objectives. Evaluates current business models and leads efforts to modify or redesign business models where necessary.
• Anticipates business needs, trends and their implications on the future of the organization and plans accordingly.
• Oversees preparation of financial and governmental reports. Oversight of the preparation of tax returns including IRS Form 990.
• Planning, directing, and controlling the accounting function for a nonprofit organization.
• Identifying and addressing financial risks and opportunities.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision insurance, and disability, employer-matched retirement plan, paid leave, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed