Job Description
Job Description
Director / Controller, Finance & AP Modernization | $100M Nonprofit
Hybrid (Chicago) - Onsite Tuesdays & Wednesdays
An internationally respected nonprofit is embarking on a focused finance modernization initiative, and the incoming Director will play a central role. Partnering closely with a sharp, systems-minded CFO, this leader will elevate AP operations, steer ERP evaluation and implementation, and deliver faster, clearer reporting that empowers executives and Board members.
With a $100M+ annual budget and a mission dedicated to advancing public protection and professional excellence in healthcare, the organization offers meaningful work backed by long-term stability and strong institutional support.
This is an established, five-decade-old association with a deeply committed, tenured finance team; dependable, membership-driven revenue; and a collaborative culture grounded in purpose. The River North office setting-complete with corner-office skyline views-creates a calm, modern, focused environment.
Why Join This Team
- The team is professionalizing core finance functions-this is a rare chance to shape the future as a key leader.
- Stable, well-tenured, highly knowledgeable finance team seeking a strong Excel power user to elevate reporting and modeling capabilities.
- Enjoy a beautiful, full-floor headquarters high above the river, with engaged leadership committed to meaningful mission impact.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations & Controls
Lead month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and accounting policiesEnsure audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and strong documentation standardsOptimize the general ledger and chart of accounts structureHigh-Volume AP Modernization
Centralize and modernize AP workflows to improve accuracy, timeliness, and throughputSystems, Process Improvement & Data Integrity
Co-lead ERP evaluation, selection, and full implementation lifecycleDrive optimization across ERP, payment, and budgeting systems-including automationBuild and enhance Excel tools, models, and reporting templates for daily workflow and critical reportingReporting, Budgeting & Analysis
Prepare executive-level financial reports, forecasts, variance analyses, and Board-quality materialsPartner with the CFO on budgeting cadence, treasury management, and cash flow forecastingSupport costing initiatives, financial modeling, and ad hoc strategic analysisLeadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Manage and mentor a knowledgeable Sr. Accounting Manager; support a long-tenured teamFoster a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvementCollaborate cross-functionally to support organizational initiatives and improve financial performanceKey Prerequisites
CPA required (MBA considered with exceptional credentials)10+ years progressive accounting / finance with deep controllership experience5+ years people leadershipExperience modernizing AP and strengthening internal controlsHands-on ERP implementation or major systems upgrade leadership (multi-system exposure a plus)Strong GL ownership, reconciliation discipline, and structural optimizationAdvanced Excel (modeling, worksheet improvement, template design)Proven record of process modernization, automation, and data integrity improvementClear, balanced communicator capable of guiding long-tenured teams through changeCollaborative, pragmatic leader aligned with a mission-driven environmentAble to produce polished reporting for senior leadership and BoardProficient in all aspects of nonprofit accounting, including GAAP and 501(c)(3) regulationsCompensation & Benefits
Base Salary : $126K-$155KEligible for annual performance-based merit increases403(b) with 8% employer contribution20+ days PTO + 11 holidays + parental leaveProfessional development stipendFull medical / dental / vision + paid life & disabilityPredictable hybrid scheduleEqual Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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Pay Details : $125,000.00 to $155,000.00 per year
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