Controller

International Fellowship Of Christians And Jews - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Controller position at the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is responsible for managing the month-end close process, financial reporting, budgeting, and conducting financial analysis in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This role provides timely and accurate financial data interpretation for the management team, board of directors, auditors, and tax authorities, while ensuring strong internal control systems are in place to safeguard the organization's assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly closing process to ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data.
• Assure general ledger transactions are accurate and have adequate supporting documentation.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of monthly financial reports for the organization.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain tools, systems, and procedures for internal controls and accuracy.
• Liaise with external accountants to manage audits and prepare necessary schedules for annual documentation.
• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting for the organization.
• Participate in budget to actual department reviews and provide financial training to budget owners.
• Supervise, lead, guide, coach, and mentor direct reports in financial reporting and accounts payable.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for non-US office accounting and finance operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification required.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in non-profit reporting accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience.
• Master's degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Experience in a charitable non-profit environment with high volume donor transactions preferred.
• Public accounting experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge and understanding of multi-faiths, Jewish and Christian.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Ample time off and paid holidays.
• Competitive and generous benefits package.