Description

Who We Are:

• An employer that prioritizes your wellness
• An employer that supports your growth
• An employer who sees and acknowledges all of you
• An employer who educates, advocates, and shares hope with individuals on their mental health journey

Who We Are Looking For:

• Analytical
• Superior communicator
• Collaborative

What You Will Do:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, audit, compliance and tax and reporting returns. 
• Refine and develop financial policies and procedures.
• Plan, implement and manage the monthly close process and analyze all financial data.
• Develop and present monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports in an accurate and timely manner to management and Board.
• Work with independent CAP for year-end reporting. 
• Partner with team leads and assist with establishing, updating, and implementing all necessary financial policies and accounting practices to continually improve internal controls, ensuring compliance with current laws and updated accounting rules and regulations.
• Manage organizational cash flow forecasting by working in partnership with the COO. 
• Assist project leads with budget planning and financial reporting
• Grant and contract management including budget preparation, revenue and expenditure monitoring, invoice preparation and reporting. 
• Monthly project-based statistical report preparation for COO and CEO review
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What You Need:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to serving marginalized and underrepresented populations in various social, economic, and racial backgrounds as well as those living with mental health conditions and/or substance use disorders
• Proven record of success working in a diverse environment that includes people of different identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender and physical/mental ability 
• Exceptional collaboration skills
• Skillful data analyst
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Superior emotional intelligence
• Exceptional eye for detail
• Knowledge on non-profit organizations 

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant registered and/or licensed
• Minimum 3 years of successful corporate or non-profit experience working at a manager level in a finance department or organization 
• Knowledgeable of rules, regulations and laws that govern accounting and business finance practices
• Mastery in spreadsheets, QuickBooks, and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to forecast and strategic plan the financial life of the organization.
• Demonstrated qualities of compassion, integrity, and connection
• Familiarity with and sensitivity to mental health issues.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to talk, listen, and process complex financial information
• Ability to type and use computer screen and keyboard
• Ability to be stationary for extended periods of time

What We Offer:

• Compensation range begins at $90,000
• 20 Paid Vacation Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• 8 Paid Wellness Days
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Available
• 401K Program
• Company Sponsored Wellness Activities
• Company Sponsored Employee Connection Activities

NAMI Chicago is an inclusive employer, we welcome and encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ , Veterans, Differently Abled, Returning Citizens and All Who Are Dedicated to Mental Health to Apply.