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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Nonprofit | Chicago, IL | $180,000–$205,000
Hybrid Schedule | CPA Preferred

Our client, a mission-driven and well-established nonprofit organization in Chicago, is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to modernize and lead the financial operations of a respected institution while contributing to its long-term sustainability and impact.

About the Role:
The CFO will serve as a key advisor to the CEO, executive team, and Board of Directors. This is a highly strategic role, with day-to-day accounting managed by the Director of Accounting and Staff Accountant. The CFO will lead forecasting, financial planning, risk management, and process improvement initiatives while helping guide the organization through a period of infrastructure transformation and evolving labor considerations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the organization’s financial strategy, forecasting, and annual budgeting

• Partner with executive leadership and the Board on financial planning and decision-making

• Oversee variance reporting, revenue and labor forecasting, and union-related financial modeling

• Manage risk assessment and mitigation strategies, along with treasury and cash management

• Modernize financial systems, reporting processes, and internal controls

• Supervise a four-person finance and accounting team, promoting growth and collaboration

• Serve as the financial lead during union integration and infrastructure updates

• Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations and audit requirements

Qualifications:

• 10+ years in senior nonprofit financial leadership roles (CFO, VP of Finance, etc.)

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA strongly preferred, MBA a plus

• Deep understanding of nonprofit finance, grant management, and 501(c)(3) compliance

• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with a proven track record of driving change

• Effective communicator and collaborator with board-level experience

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Hybrid schedule – only 2 days per week in-office

• Free parking provided

• Family-first culture with internal growth opportunities

• Competitive compensation and robust benefits package:

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Employer-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Generous paid time off: 3 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, 2 personal days, 2 floating holidays – plus standard holidays (29+ total days off)

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact by shaping financial systems and processes