Nonprofit Director of Finance
Location Chicago, IL 60608 Date Posted July 21, 2026 Job ID 15115 Employment Type Direct Hire
Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Nonprofit Director of Finance for a respected, mission-driven nonprofit organization serving the Chicago community. This is a full-time, direct-hire leadership opportunity based in Chicago, Illinois, with a hybrid schedule available after onboarding. This position offers the opportunity to partner with executive leadership while overseeing the financial operations of a complex, multi-program nonprofit organization.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Nonprofit Director of Finance provides strategic leadership for the organization's accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and grant management functions. This highly visible role partners closely with executive leadership to ensure financial sustainability, strengthen internal controls, oversee government and grant compliance, and provide financial guidance that supports organizational planning and decision-making.
PERKS
Competitive salary up to $115,000, depending on experience.
Hybrid work schedule available (three days onsite after onboarding).
Opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership on organizational strategy.
Lead finance operations for a respected, mission-driven nonprofit organization.
Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee all accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, government contracts, grant requirements, and regulatory reporting.
Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to executive leadership and the Board.
Lead the annual budgeting process, financial planning, variance analysis, and strategic financial recommendations.
Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and financial compliance activities while ensuring organizational fiscal integrity.
Supervise finance staff and external accounting partners while driving continuous process improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
CPA and/or MBA preferred.
Minimum of seven years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
Strong nonprofit accounting experience, including government contracts and grant compliance.
Experience providing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and executive-level financial reporting.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information for executive leadership, Board members, and non-finance stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working within a complex, multi-program nonprofit organization.
Knowledge of Illinois government grant compliance.
Experience with Fund EZ or similar nonprofit accounting software.
Experience supervising finance staff and external accounting partners.
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
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