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National Director, Finance

Coach Across America
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year

National Director, Finance


WHO WE ARE

Founded in 2010, Coach Across America (Up2Us, Inc.) is a national nonprofit organization focused on coaches' power to transform the lives of our nations most resilient youth and the communities they live in through sports. Coach Across America believes that the root cause of the challenges facing our nations youth is the absence of healthy relationships and role models who can inspire and guide them to make better decisions that lead to their lifelong success. Coach Across America is based on a simple premise: One Coach can change everythingwe are making sure every kid has one.


ABOUT THE ROLE

Coach Across America is seeking a National Director, Finance, to join our team. The National Director, Finance, will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer in determining long-term financial goals and developing strategies to achieve the financial objectives of Coach Across America. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected organization.


The National Director, Finance, will manage the finance department of the organization, including accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, bookkeeping, financial grants management, produce financial statements and reports, and advise the senior management team on financial decisions. This position is responsible for monitoring and maintaining internal controls while overseeing financial systems and related compliance requirements.


BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • 403(B) plan
  • Insurance Coverage:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision options for staff and their family members
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account options
  • 100% Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Additional benefit options include pet insurance, voluntary life insurance, legal & ID theft protection, and transit pre-tax benefits.
  • Cell phone reimbursement per pay period
  • Generous Paid Time Off policy: 15 to 30 PTO days per year based on length of employment
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Holiday Break: Paid time off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day
  • Excellent work-life balance and flexible work schedules
  • Every Friday is a half-day, and the last Friday of every month is a day off
  • A dynamic, fun, exciting, and flexible work atmosphere with a team of professionals dedicated to supporting underserved youth through sports


KEY ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Direct the day-to-day accounting operations, including the oversight of the Financial Grants and Operations Manager.
  • Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports (income statements and balance sheets) in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements to senior management.
  • Reconcile all accounts on a monthly basis in Fund-EZ.
  • Lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the COO; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes, and produce monthly budgets versus actual reports.
  • Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
  • Oversee and help prepare large foundation grant budgets
  • Oversee audit and tax functions, coordinate activities, and prepare schedules with outside audit firms and review firms performance. Single Audit (A-133) experience is a must.
  • Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; periodically update the organization's accounting manual.
  • Responsible for upkeep and management of all bank accounts and lines of credit.
  • Remain up-to-date on best practices in nonprofit finance, business systems, and internal control measures, and state and federal law regarding nonprofit operations.
  • Travel may be required on an as-needed basis, no more than 10% of your work time.
  • Other duties as determined by your supervisor.


Government Grants Oversight Responsibilities

  • Prepare all quarterly FFR and year-end reports
  • Review monthly timesheet allocations
  • Review and Submit Monthly PERs for 4-6 Government Contracts
  • Perform monthly drawdowns from Payment Management Systems
  • All Single Audit schedules and SEFA preparation for annual audit


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; MBA/CPA preferred.
  • 5 Years Experience with multiple AmeriCorps/Federal grants over $2M is a must.
  • 5 years of relevant work experience as a Senior Accountant or equivalent.
  • Experience in nonprofit accounting is required (revenue recognition, 990 reporting, A-133 single audit experience a must).
  • Working knowledge of OMB, GAAP, audits, and other regulatory requirements in the financial field.
  • Expert computer skills, including Office, with advanced proficiency in Excel and Fund-EZ (or similar automated accounting software).
  • Must be able to work on a team, but also be extremely self-motivated.


COMPENSATION

  • Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year


Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, medical condition, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law.

All resumes must be accompanied by a cover letter.

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000

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