Director of Finance Job at CFS in Naperville

About the Company:

Our client is a rapidly growing non-profit organization who are looking to add a Director of Finance to their team. The organization has enjoyed incredible growth in the last few years' and are seeking a candidate with a similar accounting background within a non-profit to join their team as they continue their expansion.

The success candidate must be a member of the Christian faith.

Reasons to Work Here:

• Strong medical / dental / vision
• Strong 401k match
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Tax free housing allowance
• Strong PTO
• Mission based role
• Senior managerial position

Position Summary

The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing and stewarding the financial resources with integrity, transparency, and hands-on execution. This role ensures
that all financial operations support the mission enabling effective ministry, supporting leadership decisions, and maintaining compliance with legal and accounting
standards. The Director of Finance performs both strategic oversight and operational execution, including managing income and expense processes, financial reporting, audits, and the Finance Department.

Primary Responsibilities:

Financial Stewardship & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to the financial policies and internal controls.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP, FASB standards, IRS regulations, and state tax rules.
• Steward resources responsibly, ensuring audit readiness at all times.
• Provide guidance and oversight for financial decision-making in alignment with priorities.

Financial Operations

• Collect, record, and process contributions, registrations, leases, rents, and other income.
• Process non-cash contributions and issue donor statements.
• Make physical and remote bank deposits.
• Process expense reimbursements, accounts payable invoices, and contractor payments
(1099s).
• Oversee credit card transactions: issue/delete cards, approve credit line increases, and ensure
compliance.
• Process payroll and benefits journal entries.
• Ensure accurate disbursement of missionary support.
• Review and approve wire transfers and all expense reports.
• Complete credit applications from outside vendors as needed, including providing required
financial information.
• Monitor, maintain, and improve chart of accounts and financial information systems.
Reporting & Decision Support
• Provide accurate monthly financial reports to management and budget owners.
• Produce managerial and financial reporting for leadership, Finance Committee, and external
stakeholders.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Respond to accounting/finance questions from staff and provide decision support.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, and key financial data regularly.

Department Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, train, and equip the Finance Department to operate efficiently and effectively.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback to direct reports.
• Identify areas for improvement, research solutions, and present options to leadership.
• Ensure the department is appropriately resourced to meet operational and strategic
objectives.

Audit & Governance

• Serve as principal liaison for the annual audit.
• Prepare all necessary documentation and ensure the audit process is timely and complete.
• Review draft financial statements, management letters, and health reports for
accuracy.
• Coordinate presentations of audit results and financial health to the Finance Committee and
Elder Board.
• Attend Finance Committee meetings (approximately 10 per year; half in-person, half online).
Experience & Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including supervisory or
director-level responsibilities.
• Experience leading financial operations in a nonprofit, church, or similarly complex
organization preferred.
• Experience managing audits, preparing financial statements, and interacting with boards or
committees.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting software (QuickBooks required;
Rock RMS or similar beneficial; Sage Intacct of interest).
• Solid understanding of GAAP, FASB standards, and nonprofit accounting regulations.
• Experience developing and monitoring budgets, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; proven ability to develop and coach a team.
• Excellent communication skills, including presenting financial information to leadership and
non-financial audiences.
• High level of integrity, trustworthiness, discretion, and professionalism; bondable.
• Solid Foundation of Christian faith with the demonstrated ability to manage finances
consistent with biblical principles of stewardship.
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and make strategic financial decisions.
• Collaborative and relational mindset; able to partner effectively with ministry and operational
leaders.

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