Nonprofit Finance & Strategy Manager

BDO USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Job summary

BDO USA seeks a Manager in the Industry Specialty Services Group to provide mission-driven nonprofit financial management and consulting services to local and virtual clients. The role emphasizes change management, governance, and sustainable operations, with direct client interactions and team leadership.

The position focuses on building capacity for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations, delivering high-quality financial analyses, budgeting, and strategic insights to support impact and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance required.
• MBA or MPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a key team member in the transitional services practice area, providing senior level financial management services to nonprofits undergoing organizational or leadership change.
• Performs and/or oversees accounting functions such as month-end close and review, audit support, budget development, cash flow planning, and financial system implementation.
• Supports leadership teams and Boards in making financial decisions by presenting analysis and findings and communicating complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Assists in complying with new nonprofit financial reporting and disclosure standards.
• Oversees grant compliance including billing, budgeting, accounting, and reporting with private, state, and federal agencies.
• Develops client and staff through training, guidance, and coaching.
• Participates in business development activities, project scoping and proposals.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

Change management

Consulting mindset

Leadership

Client relationship management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/Finance

MBA or MPA preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

BDO USA seeks a Manager in the Industry Specialty Services Group to provide mission-driven nonprofit financial management and consulting services to local and virtual clients. The role emphasizes change management, governance, and sustainable operations, with direct client interactions and team leadership.

The position focuses on building capacity for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations, delivering high-quality financial analyses, budgeting, and strategic insights to support impact and