Posted 08/26/2026
Job Number: 17598
Director of Finance
McHenry, Illinois • Onsite
Industry: Nonprofit
Job Category: Finance
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 / Annually
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Job Description
Position Title: Director of Finance
Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000 / Year, DOE
Turn financial leadership into meaningful community impact. This Director of Finance will lead the financial operations of a long-standing nonprofit serving individuals with developmental disabilities, people seeking behavioral health support, and those experiencing homelessness. Reporting to the CEO/CFO and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, this role will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow, compliance, and grant-related financial operations across a complex $17M organization with three distinct service divisions.
The ideal candidate is an experienced finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative, coaching-focused leadership style. They must be comfortable holding a seasoned team accountable while giving them the support and autonomy to succeed and, most importantly, genuinely connect with the organization’s mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management across multiple programs and service divisions
- Provide direct leadership and guidance to the Financial Controller, Accounting Manager, and grant-related finance functions
- Lead monthly close and financial review meetings, ensuring accurate reporting and clear visibility into organizational and program performance
- Analyze and present monthly and annual financial statements to leadership, program directors, the Finance Committee, and Board of Directors
- Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies and financial procedures while ensuring compliance with GAAP and funding requirements
- Oversee annual operating and capital planning, external audits and financial reporting to grantors and funding sources
- Partner with senior leadership and department directors to evaluate budgets, allocate resources, manage risk and support strategic initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience
- 5+ years of supervisory or senior management experience leading experienced accounting and finance professionals
- Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and financial analysis
- Experience with Sage Intacct required, with Solver and Paycom experience strongly preferred
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to use financial data and metrics to guide decisions
- Collaborative leadership style with a commitment to coaching, accountability, and the organization’s mission
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan eligibility after six months
- Paid vacation with additional vacation available after the first year
- Up to 12 accrued sick/personal days annually with rollover availability
- 11 paid holidays
If you are ready to lead finance at a high level while putting your expertise behind work that directly strengthens a community, apply today!
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