Strategic Nonprofit Controller

Aids-Foundation-of-Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The Controller at Aids-Foundation-of-Chicago is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting functions, ensuring GAAP compliance and adherence to nonprofit standards and donor/grant requirements. This role provides leadership for accounting processes, audits, budgeting, and financial analysis to support the organization’s mission.

Key duties include supervising accounting staff, maintaining internal controls, and coordinating with external auditors to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting, fund accounting, and grant management required.
• Experience managing annual audits and regulatory compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll posting, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and GAAP.
• Monitor financial performance and support the analysis of key financial trends and variances.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.

Skills

GAAP

Nonprofit accounting

Fund accounting

Grant management

Excel

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

The Controller at Aids-Foundation-of-Chicago is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting functions, ensuring GAAP compliance and adherence to nonprofit standards and donor/grant requirements. This role provides leadership for accounting processes, audits, budgeting, and financial analysis to support the organization’s mission.

Key duties include supervising accounting staff, maintaining internal controls, and coordinating with external auditors to ensure