Assistant Controller - Nonprofit Finance Leader

Elks; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Job summary

The Elks organization, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations for its Headquarters 501(c)(3) entities. You will oversee the general ledger, close processes, and reporting, while supervising accountants and clerks.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, nonprofit accounting, and cross-entity coordination. You will drive internal controls, audit readiness, and partnership with the Controller to modernize systems such as Sage Intacct across multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations for Headquarters 501(c)(3) entities and supervise staff.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports for boards.
• Oversee month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate audits and respond to auditor inquiries with timely action.
• Manage grants, restricted funds, and grant reporting obligations.
• Implement process improvements and modernize financial systems.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Intercompany accounting

Sage Intacct

Grant accounting

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

The Elks organization, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations for its Headquarters 501(c)(3) entities. You will oversee the general ledger, close processes, and reporting, while supervising accountants and clerks.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, nonprofit accounting, and cross-entity coordination. You will drive internal controls, audit readiness, and partnership with the Controller to modernize systems such as Sage Intacct across multiple