Chief Financial Officer

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision/Dental

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

401k

Short-term/Long-term

Life Insurance

College Reimbursement Programs

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial future of our organization. This role involves overseeing accounting, budgeting, and compliance while partnering with leadership to drive strategic decisions.

You’ll manage finance and grants teams, ensure compliance with regulations, and guide long-term strategy. Benefits include healthcare, generous PTO, and a seat at the leadership table. Your work will have a meaningful impact on the community we serve.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in senior financial roles.
• Strong skills in financial analysis, forecasting, and risk management.
• A natural leader with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial functions: accounting, payroll, budgeting, and compliance.
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and cash flow management.
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on big-picture planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA, CFA, or similar credential

Tools

QuickBooks

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Chief Financial Officer

Are you ready to lead the financial future of an organization that makes an impact?

We’re looking for a strategic, people-focused, numbers-savvy CFO who can do more than balance books. You'll help drive big decisions, shape long-term strategy, and keep our organization financially strong and thriving!

What You’ll Do

• Lead all things finance: accounting, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and cash flow management
• Keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes

Own the Financial Functions

• Lead all things finance: accounting, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and cash flow management
• Keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes

Be Strategic

• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on big-picture planning
• Turn financial data into insights that drive smart decisions
• Identify growth opportunities and improve operational efficiency

Lead & Inspire

• Manage and develop the Finance and Grants teams
• Build strong systems, processes, and future leaders
• Serve as the organization’s go-to financial expert
• Work with lenders, auditors, and funding partners
• Ensure compliance with grants, regulations, and reporting requirements

Plan for the Future

• Guide budgeting, forecasting, and KPI tracking
• Support board and finance committee reporting
• Help shape long-term organizational strategy

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA a plus)
• CPA, CFA, or similar credential preferred
• Proven leadership experience in senior financial roles
• Strong skills in financial analysis, forecasting, and risk management
• Experience with financial systems (QuickBooks + MS Office)
• A natural leader with excellent communication skills
• High integrity and a passion for mission-driven work

Why You’ll Love this Role

• You’ll have a seat at the leadership table
• Your work will directly shape the organization’s future
• You’ll lead a team and build something meaningful
• A role that blends strategy, leadership, and impact for the members of our community—the families we serve

Apply

If you’re ready to move beyond the numbers and into a role where your voice matters, this is it. Apply today!

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Vision/Dental
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays
• 401k
• Short-term/Long-term
• Life Insurance
• College Reimbursement Programs