Assistant Comptoller

CFS; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Strong benefits and stability

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Assistant Comptroller to join a growing regional nonprofit. The role will drive financial accuracy, oversee subledger reconciliation, and supervise a 3–5 person accounting team. You will analyze monthly and quarterly data, prepare budgets and projections, and support program financials.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with limited overtime, a mission-driven culture, and opportunities for professional growth within a stable organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Master's degree and CPA are a plus.
• Nonprofit experience is preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience and 1–2 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Will ensure compliance of all regulatory standards.
• Reconcile subledgers.
• Oversee an accounting staff of 3-5.
• Analyze monthly and quarterly financial data and reports.
• Prepare and present financial projections.
• Prepare and present budgets for assigned programs.
• Assist with other projects as needed.

Skills

Accounting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master's degree (CPA preferred)

Job description

Assistant Comptroller – Leading regional non-profit organization

• Our client is a regional, leading non-profit organization looking to add an Assistant Comptroller to the team – this is a newly created role due to growth and expansion.
• The company has a mission to benefit communities in need of assistance
• In the process of upgrading and re-vamping the team; restructuring to improve overall processes and team
• They are offering a hybrid opportunity. They offer excellence quality of life – focus on family – rarely any overtime hours
• Glassdoor feedbacks includes many comments about:
• Collaborative culture, great benefits, excellent stability and tenure
• High CEO approval rating
• Forward thinking leaders
• Opportunities for growth

Assistant Comptroller – Leading regional non-profit organization

About The Company And Opportunity

• Our client is a regional, leading non-profit organization looking to add an Assistant Comptroller to the team – this is a newly created role due to growth and expansion.
• The company has a mission to benefit communities in need of assistance
• In the process of upgrading and re-vamping the team; restructuring to improve overall processes and team
• They are offering a hybrid opportunity. They offer excellence quality of life – focus on family – rarely any overtime hours
• Glassdoor feedbacks includes many comments about:
• Collaborative culture, great benefits, excellent stability and tenure
• High CEO approval rating
• Forward thinking leaders
• Opportunities for growth
• Mission driven
  
  

Overview Of The Assistant Comptroller Role

• Will ensure compliance of all regulatory standards
• Reconcile subledgers
• Oversee an accounting staff of 3-5
• Analyze monthly and quarterly financial data and reports
• Prepare and present financial projections
• Prepare and present budgets for assigned programs
• Assist with other projects as needed
  
  

Preferred Qualifications For The Assistant Comptroller

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field
• Masters and CPA is a plus
• NFP experience required
• 5+ years of accounting experience and 1-2 years supervisory experience