Director of Accounting - Not-For-Profit

Continuserve • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

ContinuServe is a tech-enabled outsourcing firm that partners with organizations to provide finance, accounting, human resources, and technology support. Within our Not-for-Profit Division, we work alongside mission-driven organizations, serving nonprofit clients across Chicagoland, helping them build strong financial operations so they can stay focused on the communities and causes they serve. Our team supports a range of nonprofit and social impact organizations, including those in: Health and Human Services, Education, and Community-Based and Mission-Driven Organizations. At ContinuServe, we are built for the pace of possibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (with accounting/finance focus)
• 8+ years of accounting or finance experience
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations
• Experience managing project accounting across multiple initiatives
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local grant administration, including compliance and budgeting
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, including experience working with senior leadership

Nice To Haves

• CPA license
• MBA
• Experience in a consulting or business process outsourcing (BPO) environment
• Experience leading both in-person and distributed teams
• Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and Excel

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary financial liaison for nonprofit clients
• Build strong, trusted relationships with stakeholders and executive leadership
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support decision-making
• Help clients navigate complex financial situations and align strategy with their goals
• Deliver accurate and timely financial statements
• Monitor financial performance and support clients in operating within budget guidelines
• Lead budgeting processes and provide ongoing financial analysis and reporting
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit funding and reporting requirements
• Oversee project accounting, including tracking budgets, costs, and timelines
• Ensure accurate reporting across multiple projects and funding sources
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local grant requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, efficiency, and overall execution
• Provide best practices and guidance to strengthen client operations
• Partner with internal teams to deliver comprehensive financial support
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, including senior accountants and managers
• Provide coaching and guidance to support team performance and growth
• Foster collaboration across teams aligned to client delivery
• Address client concerns proactively and ensure timely resolution
• Maintain a high standard of service and client satisfaction

Benefits

• High-growth organization with opportunities for career advancement and long term growth
• Purpose - driven work that directly supports nonprofits and the communities they serve
• Collaborative, people-first culture with talented, driven professionals
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401 (k)
• Generous time off including holidays, your birthday, and paid time to volunteer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director