IFG US is partnering with a non-profit organization in Chicago looking for a VP Finance. Reporting to the CFO, this role will have approximately 20 direct reports and manage the accounting and finance functions. The CFO will be looking for candidates out of non-profit with grant accounting experience. Medicare and Medicaid would be an added bonus!
There is a direct path to promotion to CFO within the next 5-7 years!
Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting and finance responsibilities for the company, including the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process to deliver timely, accurate, and relevant GAAP financial statements and related analysis for all programs and properties.
- Analyze monthly financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
- Review current financial and operational processes, and make recommendations on improvements, creating better controls, higher levels of automation, and more efficiency for the tasks being performed by the finance team.
- Ensure that the company's financial systems are efficient, reliable, user friendly and cost effective.
- Create new and improved systems and processes that maximize current technological resources to meet operational and business needs.
- Provide direction to the finance team, establishing goals and performance metrics while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Advise company leadership on financial planning, budgeting, and financial risks.
- Assist with the development and monitoring of the annual budget.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s and Master's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field required.
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license required
- Extensive accounting experience in non-profit organizations, preferably within the healthcare industry strongly preferred.
- Understanding of grant accounting strongly preferred.