What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director - Financial Systems position at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago?
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.
Role Overview
The Director - Financials Systems lead and optimize financial systems, month-end close, general ledger operations, reporting, and internal controls by partnering across Finance, IT, and operational teams to ensure data accuracy, compliance, process efficiency, automation, and informed decision-making throughout the organization.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee the integrity, efficiency, and strategic advancement of all financial systems and the control environment, ensuring accurate, compliant data to support high-quality decision making while driving technology enabled improvements across core financial operations, quality decision-making enabled improvements across core financial operations‑quality decision‑making ‑enabled improvements across core financial operations.
- Lead and manage month end close and general ledger operations, including posting charges, cash receipts, andsystem-generated entries in collaboration with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, impact area financeteams , and cross-functional teams; maintain accuracy, continuity, and data integrity across all system moduleswhile sustaining a strong internal control framework.‑end close and general ledger operations, including posting charges, cash receipts, and system-generated entries in collaboration with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, impact area finance teams , and cross-functional teams; maintain accuracy, continuity, and data integrity across all system modules while sustaining a strong internal control framework.
- Partner with departments across the organization to understand reporting needs, develop and refine financial reports, and ensure system outputs support business operations. Act as a bridge between Finance, IT, and operational teams to improve data visibility, strengthen reporting quality, and support informed decision-making.
- Drive operational excellence by identifying and monitoring key performance metrics, implementing new technologies and automation, and leading financial system upgrades or transitions. Partner with IT, Mission Support, People & Culture, and other teams to streamline workflows, enhance data integrity, and improve the overall efficiency and transparency of financial operations
PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
- Climb up and down up to 3 flights of stairs at a time
- Lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs
Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or requirements related to:
- Background check
Education and Experience Requirements:
Minimum
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience
- Experience with financial systems and reporting
Preferred
- Master's degree (MA/MS) in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience
- Experience with project management
Certifications and Licensure
- Minimum: CPA Candidate
- Preferred: CPA or CMA