Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller plans, directs and controls the financial and administrative services of the agency.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains systems and procedures for agency financial operations.
• Selects, trains and supervises subordinates in their position duties.
• Supervises the preparation of financial statements and submits these to executive leadership, program managers, board of directors, Jewish Federation, and other public and private agencies.
• Assists in the development of final budgets.
• Assists in preservation and expansion of present and new funding sources.
• Studies the total operation of the agency to determine financial requirements and advises executive director and chief financial officer.
• Maintains liaison with the treasurer or finance committee of the board and assists the treasurer in maintenance of records required for control of assets.
• Administers all tax and insurance programs of the agency and recommends insurance requirements and policies.
• Supervises arrangements for contracts for services required by agency such as building maintenance or leased automobiles.
• Develops and administers nonfinancial systems and procedures related to business, clerical and maintenance services.
• Maintains high-level contacts with personnel in other agencies, board members and public and private groups.
• Participates in long-range planning of agency operations.
• Implements physical or financial decisions of board, as directed.

Traits/Competencies

• Builds alliances with internal and external people, includes all stakeholders in problem solving.
• Communicates in an open and candid manner and follows through.
• Contributes to a climate of trust and collaboration in which everyone wants to do their best.
• Actively seeks out opportunities to improve client/customer experiences, agency processes and procedure.
• Takes time to coach team members to fully understand their roles, responsibilities and performance standards/expectations; provides ongoing feedback and support as employees strive to achieve expectations.
• Finds meaningful growth opportunities for team members. Gives everyone a chance to do more, learn more, get more and be an important part of the team.
• Assesses and communicates progress on projects and goals and is accountable for results.
• Leverages the strengths of the team, assesses gaps in skills and knowledge and provides training and development opportunities.

Requirements

• CPA preferred; bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.

• At least ten years of experience is required, preferably including sufficient experience both in public accounting for registration as well as experience in a social service agency.

Job Category: Non-Union

What you'll love about us:

• Time off: Paid time off varies by position - can include vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.
• Compensation: the minimum compensation for this position is $120,00 annually.

JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. JCFS Chicago provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application. JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.