(Chicago/Hybrid) The position of Controller will manage the month end close process, financial reporting and budgeting processes and conduct financial analysis for The Fellowship using generally accepted accounting principles.  In this position, the Controller will provide accurate and timely interpretation of financial data for use by the organization’s management team, the board of directors, auditors, and tax authorities. The Controller will be responsible for the development, adhering to, and maintaining of documented accounting policies and procedures in collaboration with finance and accounting leaders that establish and preserve strong internal control systems to safeguard the assets of the organization and contribute to its effectiveness.  This position is based at our headquarters located in downtown Chicago.

We are seeking an individual with Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. This position requires a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Non-profit reporting accounting or finance including a minimum of 3 years of management experience. A master’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred. Experience in a charitable non-profit environment with high volume donor transactions and public accounting experience is preferred.

Essential Job Responsibilities Include:

Reporting:

• Oversee the monthly closing process to ensure integrity and accuracy.
• Assure general ledger transactions are accurate and have adequate supporting documentation.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of monthly organization financial reports.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain tools, systems, and procedures that ensure internal controls and accuracy on an ongoing basis.
• Liaise with external accountants to manage the audit and 990, and create schedules necessary for the preparation of annual documentation

Budgeting:

• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting for the organization, including preparing schedules and other reports.
• Participate in budget to actual department reviews. Provide financial training to budget owners to assist them in the preparation and review of their budgets.

Leadership:

• Supervise, lead, guide, coach, and mentor direct reports in financial reporting and accounts payable as well as the department team. Ensure the success of the team and their performance with an eye toward internal controls and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the lead and primary point of contact for non-US office accounting and finance operations.

Technical Skills & Abilities

The Fellowship is an organization of bridge builders whose vision is that Jews and Christians will reverse their 2,000-year history of discord and replace it with a relationship marked by dialogue, understanding, respect and cooperation. Together we are able to help more than a million Jews in need each year.  Our success is built on a culture that celebrates the differences in who we are, what we have experienced, and how we think.

Come experience all The Fellowship offers including a competitive and generous benefits package with medical, dental and vision, retirement savings plans, ample time off and many more perks. Our headquarters is located on Wacker Drive, across from the Chicago Riverwalk with some of the best views in the city!

Key words: Certified Public Accountant, Accounting, Leadership

We are an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

About International Fellowship of Christians and Jews

The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is the leading non-profit building bridges between Christians and Jews, blessing Israel and the Jewish people around the world with humanitarian care and life-saving aid.

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