Controller

IFG US; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IFG US is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit to appoint a Controller who will oversee accounting and financial operations in a hands-on leadership role. Reporting to the CFO, the position includes financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and audit coordination, with a path toward NetSuite implementation.

The role offers a hybrid schedule, three days in downtown Chicago, and a base salary of $120K-$150K plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification (completed or in process) is required.
• Experience in nonprofit/governmental/mission-driven environments is a plus.
• Strong experience with accrual-basis accounting and GAAP compliance.
• Experience supervising accounting staff or leading accounting functions.
• ERP implementation experience or major system upgrade is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records per GAAP and accrual accounting.
• Lead month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Ensure bank, investment, receivable, payable and other balance sheet reconciliations are accurate.
• Prepare internal financial reports and provide analysis to leadership.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Oversee accounts payable processes and internal controls.
• Manage semi-monthly payroll with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Reconcile cash receipts and ensure proper classification and deposits.
• Coordinate annual external audit with schedules and documents.

Skills

GAAP

Month-end close

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

ERP implementation

NetSuite

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

IFG US is partnering with a mission-driven non-profit organization to identify a Controller to oversee its accounting and financial operations. Reporting to the CFO with one direct report, this is a hands-on leadership role responsible for financial reporting, month-end close, accounting operations, internal controls, and audit coordination, with an opportunity to play a key role in an upcoming NetSuite implementation.

They are on a hybrid schedule of three days a week in the office in downtown Chicago.

Compensation is $120K - $150K base plus a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP and accrual-basis accounting.
• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure accurate reconciliation of bank, investment, receivable, payable, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare internal financial reports and provide financial analysis to organizational leadership.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Oversee accounts payable processes and internal controls.
• Manage semi-monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Reconcile incoming cash receipts and ensure proper classification and deposit controls.
• Serve as the primary contact for the annual external financial audit, coordinating schedules, documentation, and auditor requests.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Play a key role in the selection and implementation of a new ERP system, including requirements gathering, vendor evaluation, process redesign, and testing.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, automate workflows, and enhance financial reporting.
• Partner with leadership and other departments to support organizational decision-making and financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• CPA required (either completed or in process).
• Experience in a nonprofit, governmental, regulatory, or mission-driven environment is a plus.
• Strong experience with accrual-basis accounting and GAAP compliance.
• Solid understanding of month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience supervising accounting staff or leading accounting functions.
• Experience with an ERP implementation or significant system upgrade is highly desirable.