Senior Commercial Real Estate Banker - VP/SVP
Chief finance officer job in Willowbrook, IL
Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to the relationship-focused, personalized service of our community banking roots. We serve clients in all 50 states with more than 200 branch banking locations in Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan and southern Wisconsin and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Mich., and in key branch banking locations throughout Illinois. Our people are the heart of our business and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “WTFC.”
Why join us?
An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)
Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few
Family-friendly work hours
With 200+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your career
Promote from within culture
Why join this team?
Team-oriented atmosphere that provides opportunities for individual growth
Gain experience and further your career by joining a growing organization
Position Overview:
The Senior Commercial Real Estate Banker - VP/SVP is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of commercial real estate clients within the Wintrust footprint. This position provides exceptional service to build and strengthen customer relationships by promoting products and services as appropriate to identify and fulfill customer needs. Responsible for new business development through referral sources and cold calling efforts.
What You'll Do:
Responsible for developing new prospects, managing and growing a portfolio of existing commercial real estate relationships.
Experience in variety of real estate transactions including multifamily, retail, industrial, office, self-storage, land development and commercial construction loans.
Experience with maintaining and managing a portfolio, with ability to build relationships with existing and prospective customers focusing on revenue growth, fee income, deposits and cross-selling services
Participation and knowledge within loan syndications and maintaining those relationships
Network with variety of CRE COI's, investors and attorneys to establish a referral base.
Prepare, review and present credit memos to senior management while maintaining structures within credit guidelines.
Prepare and present deal terms to clients in a timely and accurate manner.
Oversee the review and underwriting of credit requests internally while making recommendations for approval to senior management.
Provide leadership in the development of less experienced commercial real estate lenders and portfolio managers.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting preferred)
Solid understanding of general credit and risk principles, and banking policies/procedures; formal credit training is preferred
Minimum 7+ years of credit and commercial real estate lending experience combined
Exceptional written, verbal, negotiation, and presentation skills
Excellent analytical and organization skills with the ability to prioritize workflow
Proficient with Microsoft Office, nCino a plus
Demonstrate high ethical standards and personal integrity
Benefits:
Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance
Compensation:
The estimated annual salary range for this role is $117,000-$190,000, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.
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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
Auto-ApplySenior Vice President of Technology
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Banner Solutions is more than a typical door hardware distributor - we're obsessed with making our customers' jobs easier through our inventory availability, product findability, and top-tier customer support. Our expertise spans commercial, electronic access control, residential hardware, and locksmith supplies, supported by an extensive e-commerce platform featuring products from over 260 manufacturers.
Summary
As the Head of Information Technology, you will play a pivotal role in leading the design, development, and implementation of our organizational information systems, software applications, and IT infrastructure. This executive leadership position requires expertise in directing IT strategies, managing teams, and aligning technology initiatives with the company's goals and objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as a key member of the executive team, contributing to the identification and integration of emerging technologies in line with organizational objectives. Lead the development of mission-critical applications supporting long-term company goals.
Spearhead technology planning efforts, collaborating with department heads in Operations, Finance, eCommerce, Supply Chain, HR, and Sales to establish and prioritize a comprehensive technology roadmap.
Ensure the stability, fitness, and scalability of our ERP platform and associated applications, supporting daily operational needs, customer excellence initiatives, and aligning with our growth and strategic business plans.
Demonstrate strong proficiency in implementing and supporting Warehousing and Distribution technologies, specifically Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), in a high-volume, fast-paced environments.
Collaborate closely with operational, financial, and sales leaders to understand their technology needs, prioritize initiatives, and develop a cohesive technology strategy that supports both tactical and strategic goals.
Provide direction and leadership to development teams, ensuring alignment with best practices, effective resource allocation, and successful project prioritization.
Drive risk management efforts, oversee resource allocation, and ensure the implementation of development best practices while maintaining control and ensuring the achievement of objectives.
Conduct ongoing research on new systems, software products, and services, making informed recommendations aligned with the company's technology needs and future growth plans.
Qualifications
Proven track record of executive leadership in Information Technology with at least 8 years of experience in a similar capacity.
Expertise in managing ERP systems, Warehouse Management Systems, and implementing technology solutions in dynamic, high-volume environments.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and C-suite executives.
Demonstrated strategic planning abilities with a focus on aligning technology initiatives with business objectives.
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
Competencies
Leadership: Inspires and motivates teams, providing clear direction and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Demonstrates strategic thinking and vision, guiding the IT department toward achieving organizational objectives.
Strategic Planning: Capable of developing and executing comprehensive technology strategies aligned with business goals. Possesses the ability to anticipate future technology needs and trends and integrate them into the company's strategic plan.
Collaboration and Relationship Management: Strong collaborative skills, able to build and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams, department heads, and C-suite executives. Effectively communicates IT initiatives and strategies to various stakeholders.
Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Exhibits strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex IT challenges. Makes informed decisions based on data analysis, business insights, and industry best practices.
Change Management and Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in managing changes, technology implementations, and evolving business needs. Leads teams through transitions effectively, minimizing disruptions and maximizing efficiency.
Team Leadership and Development: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams. Creates an environment conducive to continuous learning, growth, and collaboration within the IT department.
Risk Management and Governance: Skilled in risk assessment, mitigation, and governance to ensure the security, compliance, and reliability of IT systems and operations.
Vendor and Resource Management: Experience in managing external vendors, contracts, and resources effectively to ensure delivery of quality services and products aligned with organizational needs.
We foster an inclusive and supportive team culture that values diversity and collaboration and therefore encourage qualified candidates with relevant experience to apply, even if they do not meet all the listed qualifications.
Executive VP & Senior Counsel - Contracts & Strategy
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
A leading communications firm is seeking a Senior Vice President, Senior Counsel to lead contract negotiations and provide legal guidance. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. degree and at least 10 years of experience in commercial contract negotiation and drafting. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams. The position is based in Chicago and offers a hybrid work environment with competitive compensation ranging from $130,000 to $220,000 per year.
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Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
We are seeking an accomplished, hands-on Director of FP&A to build and lead our FP&A and strategic finance function from the ground up. In this role, you will partner closely with the CEO and CFO, driving financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis to enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.
We're looking for a strategic thinker who combines operational finance expertise with a growth mindset-someone who can build robust models, extract actionable insights, and translate data into decisions that support growth, efficiency, and capital strategy.
What You'll Do:
Build & Lead FP&A
Establish the company's FP&A foundation: forecasting models, budgeting cadence, and reporting infrastructure.
Design scalable processes, tools, and systems for data-driven decision-making.
Develop multi-year planning frameworks aligned with corporate objectives.
Partner with Accounting to streamline monthly close-to-forecast alignment and automate financial reporting.
Strategic Finance & Business Partnership
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and executive team on strategy, capital allocation, and growth decisions.
Drive analysis on business performance, market trends, pricing strategy, and investment opportunities.
Support fundraising, board reporting, and investor presentations with clear, compelling financial storytelling.
Financial Planning, Forecasting & Analysis
Lead annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and scenario planning.
Build dynamic models evaluating revenue growth, expense drivers, and cash runway.
Provide actionable insights on key SaaS metrics (ARR, retention, CAC, LTV, payback).
Track and communicate performance versus goals via concise, data-driven reporting.
Performance Management & Decision Support
Develop monthly and quarterly management reporting packages, dashboards, and variance analysis.
Deliver deep insights into revenue trends, operating expenses, and profitability drivers.
Evaluate new initiatives-product launches, pricing changes, market expansions-through rigorous modeling and scenario analysis.
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build and grow a high-performing FP&A team.
Partner with GTM, Product, Ops, and People leaders to build budgets, forecasts, and reporting that drive operational execution.
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
8-12+ years of progressive FP&A, corporate finance, or strategy experience, ideally in technology, SaaS, or high-growth startups.
Proven track record building FP&A or strategic finance functions from scratch.
Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills; experience with planning tools (Adaptive, Mosaic, Cube, Anaplan, NSPB, etc.).
Deep understanding of SaaS/subscription metrics (ARR, retention, CAC, LTV, margin).
Exceptional communication skills to translate financial insights into strategic recommendations.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and scaling environment.
If you're excited by the opportunity to shape the strategic finance function of a high-growth organization and have the experience to make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you!
VP, Strategic Planning (Pharma Agency Experience Required)
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
EVERSANA INTOUCH is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first - and only - agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA . We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients.
We get fired up when people talk about getting-and staying-healthy. That's where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one's health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need.
We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs.
Job Description
WHAT DOES A VP, STRATEGIC PLANNNING DO?
A VP, Strategic Planner will own the process to get to real, rounded and actionable insights. Lead the charge with confidence and creativity to inspire the Directors and their teams to strategic brilliance. This role will play nice with others-becoming an invaluable partner to Creative Leaders, Group Account Directors and key subject matter experts. At Intouch, Strategic Planning is robust, yet malleable, meeting the demands of the changing digital space. Our VP will continue to shape the department and cast teams that meet these needs-bringing the heart of traditional planning to everything we do. This VP will creatively infuse fundamental marketing knowledge with curiosity for how our clients thrive, bringing an understanding about how people live in our digital world to the table. Our ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a diverse background and success stories that will make us envious. You can own the room, but you can also mentor others to do the same?
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Lead Strategic Planning Process: Own the process to develop actionable insights, ensuring they are real, rounded, and impactful.
Inspire and Mentor Teams: Lead Directors and their teams with confidence and creativity, fostering strategic brilliance.
Collaborate with Key Stakeholders: Partner effectively with Creative Leaders, Group Account Directors, and subject matter experts to drive strategic initiatives.
Shape and Evolve the Department: Continuously refine the Strategic Planning department to meet the evolving demands of the digital space.
Integrate Traditional and Digital Planning: Infuse traditional marketing knowledge with a deep understanding of digital trends and client needs.
Foster a Collaborative Environment: Promote a culture of collaboration and partnership across various teams and departments.
Mentor Future Leaders: Develop and mentor team members, empowering them to take ownership and lead with confidence.
Drive Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to the table, exploring new ways to help clients thrive in the digital world.
Develop and Implement Strategies: Create and execute strategic plans that align with client goals and market trends.
Maintain Industry Expertise: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of strategic planning.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
15 years (or more) of Account Planning experience
Seasoned leader not too far divorced from being the all-star player-you've had a stint at the helm of the department or managing a large account with a sizeable team
Consensus builder with the vision to create roadmaps that guide execution of all planning-based programs
Deep appreciation of the digital space; practical activation experience required
Understanding that planning is not an abstraction, bringing proven techniques to influence the process and be at the heart of the work
Master storyteller with a compelling communication style that attracts others
Educate, council and inspire planning team members, as well as clients and agency, on emerging trends
Bachelor's degree and agency experience a must
Additional Information
OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:
Patient Minded I act with the patient's best interest in mind.
Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.
Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.
Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.
Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.
Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.
Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.
Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.
Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.
EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). More information about EVERSANA's benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.
From EVERSANA's inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one's identity. All of our employees' points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at *****************************.
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Senior Vice President, Brand & Strategy
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid) **** PLEASE make sure you are applying ONLY if you are in the Chicago area*****
Compensation: $180,000-$210,000 base + performance bonus + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Executive Leadership
The Opportunity
An award-winning luxury lifestyle brand is seeking a visionary marketing leader to define and elevate its global brand presence. This is a rare opportunity to lead brand strategy, creative storytelling, and digital transformation.
You'll bring together a collection of high-performing but siloed teams under a unified strategy-elevating brand sophistication, redefining digital engagement.
This role isn't about maintaining the status quo-it's about building what's next. The ideal leader combines creativity with strategic rigor, understands how to balance luxury storytelling with modern performance marketing, and can confidently guide a talented but change-weary organization through transformation.
You'll partner closely with the CEO and COO to evolve the brand architecture, reimagine marketing operations, and drive growth across both the global network brand and its luxury division.
Who You Are
Someone with deeper agency-side background
Someone who started in design/creative and then moved into brand + strategy
A visionary strategist who sees around corners and anticipates where the industry is headed.
A creative brand builder with the confidence to take smart risks and introduce bold new ideas.
A change agent capable of inspiring legacy teams while earning trust and alignment across stakeholders.
A hands-on leader who can roll up their sleeves when needed without losing strategic altitude.
A digitally fluent marketer who understands how to blend brand storytelling with analytics, technology, and automation.
A bridge builder-able to unify disparate teams, align global and domestic priorities, and foster a shared vision.
Key Responsibilities:
Visionary Leadership & Brand Transformation
Serve as the chief architect of brand evolution, redefining how the organization competes and communicates globally.
Translate industry disruption into opportunity-helping the organization modernize, differentiate, and remain relevant amid industry consolidation and emerging digital-first competitors.
Build bridges between legacy and innovation: unify the divisions under a cohesive, forward-thinking identity.
Partner with executive leadership to clarify the organization's future positioning-balancing independence, global reach, and consumer appeal.
Reimagine brand storytelling, shifting from reactive service delivery to proactive thought leadership.
Strategic & Digital Marketing Innovation
Lead digital transformation across platforms, modernizing the organization's web, CRM, and social ecosystems.
Leverage HubSpot and emerging tools to enhance automation, personalization, and data-driven performance tracking.
Identify opportunities to expand member engagement through AI-driven content, marketing automation, and mobile-first communication.
Develop strategies that translate complex industry insights (e.g., migration trends, luxury market data) into digestible, shareable content for members and consumers.
Introduce new digital formats-short-form video, social storytelling, influencer collaborations-to keep pace with global luxury marketing trends.
Team Leadership & Organizational Realignment
Lead, mentor, and inspire a marketing organization currently spanning U.S. and global teams.
Assess current structure and talent; identify strengths, realign responsibilities, and optimize workflow for efficiency and impact.
Create a culture of collaboration, accountability, and creativity-breaking down silos and encouraging shared ownership across brands.
Partner with HR and leadership to build headcount strategically, identifying where new skills (social, analytics, UX, AI) are needed.
Balance seasoned long-tenured staff with fresh, innovative thinkers to ensure stability and progress coexist.
Luxury Portfolio & Global Network Strategy
Elevate the brand-enhancing its creative sophistication, social reach, and global recognition.
Bring parity and prestige to the core network brand, positioning it as a modern, high-caliber entity in its own right.
Oversee marketing for major events, conferences, and summits that define the brand experience for members worldwide.
Support global expansion initiatives, working cross-functionally to ensure alignment between regional and domestic marketing strategies.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Partner closely with membership, global, technology, and sales teams to ensure brand alignment and consistent messaging.
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop KPIs, performance dashboards, and measurable brand health indicators.
Represent the organization externally-serving as a brand ambassador at industry events, media opportunities, and partner meetings.
Qualifications
15+ years of progressive experience in brand, marketing, or communications leadership (agency and/or client-side).
Proven success in brand transformation, digital innovation, and luxury or lifestyle marketing.
Strong understanding of digital ecosystems (CRM, social, UX/UI, analytics); experience with HubSpot a plus.
Background in cross-functional team leadership, organizational change, and high-stakes stakeholder management.
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience accepted. MBA a plus.
Director Asset Management
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
SPECIFICATION
DIRECTOR - ASSET MANAGEMENT
Shine Associates, LLC has been retained to search, identify and recruit a Director - Asset Management on behalf of our client (‘Company'). This position will be based in Chicago, IL.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Shine Associates, LLC has been exclusively retained on this assignment. Information contained in this position specification as well as any other information concerning the Company provided or verbally discussed is confidential. All materials and discussions are to be utilized for the sole purpose of a candidate's personal review of the career opportunity.
CLIENT DESCRIPTION
Founded in Dallas, Texas in 1965, the Company consistently ranks amount the top managers and developers of office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use properties in major global markets. The firm is one of the most respected full-service firms in real estate - providing investment management and development and a full suite of integrated services to owners, investors, lenders, and major occupiers. The Company has approximately 3,000 employees across 35 global offices responsible for a $19B development pipeline, 550M SF of property management and leasing assignments, and $20B in assets under management.
The Investment Management team is an SEC-registered investment advisor and is the Company's fund management and advisory arm headquartered in Chicago, IL. Currently the Investment Management team has approximately $5.0B in real estate assets under management across three separate accounts and is actively raising money for additional fund strategies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Based in Chicago and reporting to the separate account portfolio managers, the Director will have
responsibility over all strategic, transactional, and operations issues for a to-be-determined portfolio of primarily office and industrial assets located across the United States.
Create strategic plans for each asset depending on the property's individual requirements including valuations, cash flow projections, review and approval of annual operating and capital budgets
Set, evolve, and execute redevelopment, leasing, and sale plans and direct all aspects of relationships with regional partners and providers of third party services including property management
Aggressively and proactively predict and respond to dynamic market conditions
Oversee the budget process for all assets under their management
Work closely with leasing staff, regional partners, and third-party contractors to structure, negotiate, review and execute leases within portfolio of assets
Monitor the overall performance of assigned properties against plan and budget
Plan for and anticipate the cash flow needs for the assets as well as the underlying investors, monitor cash in/out of property accounts, and oversee all draw disbursements
Provide high quality lender and investor reporting
Support the execution of acquisitions, financings, and refinancings as required
Continuously keep senior management, clients, and investors aware and up to date on evolving strategies and results
Provide strategic, investment, and analytical direction and oversight to regional partners, third party service providers, and internal company personnel in creating and executing asset and portfolio plans
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualified professionals will have a minimum of seven to ten years of demonstrable success in the management of a portfolio of complex, diverse commercial real estate, including office, industrial, multifamily, and medical office. Additional experience in asset/portfolio reporting is strongly desired. Qualified candidates must possess the following requirements and characteristics:
Proven track record of success and leadership, with past accomplishments clearly demonstrating a creative hands-on approach to, and understanding of, operations, leasing, development, capital markets, financing, marketing, investment, and ownership issues in managing challenging, “value-add” real estate properties
Ability to positively impact such factors in continually meeting and exceeding ambitious investment/return performance objectives
Proven experience successfully creating value at all phases of a property's life cycle, from acquisition through disposition is essential
Aptitude in reviewing and understanding sophisticated financial statements, leases and loan documents
Ability to effectively manage less experienced analyst and associate staff to optimize work production while providing a mentoring relationship
Managing and holding accountable regional partner relationships at both the development and operating levels is key
Be conversant with industry trends and competitor firms
A collaborative team player exceling in a professional environment characterized by empowered decision-making authority and a flat organizational structure
Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and ARGUS
Good interpersonal instincts with the ability to constructively reconcile differences in a positive manner
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Unquestionable integrity and a strong work ethic
A bachelor's degree is required
COMPENSATION
The annual compensation for this role is expected to be approximately $240,000-$280,000. Actual base salary and bonus will be determined by several components, including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills and qualifications, base salary of internal peers, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, LTIP and a variety of financial, wellbeing, and health / welfare benefits.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Shine Associates, LLC
45 School St., Suite 301
Boston, MA 02108
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Hillary H. Shine, Principal Kelsey E. Shine, Director
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Chandlee N. Gustafson, Associate
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VP, Financial Consultant - Winnetka, IL (Hiring Immediately)
Chief finance officer job in Winnetka, IL
Regular
Your opportunity
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.
Investment Professionals' Compensation | Charles Schwab
At Schwab, youre empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together.
Schwabs branch team is at the heart of our firms commitment tohelping clients own their financial futures. In this exciting role, youllgive clients financial guidance while forming lasting relationshipsbuilt on trust, respect, and reaching a common goal. Youll alsohavethe ability totake charge of your own professional journey with oursupportive, nurturing culture and diverse set of career opportunities.
As a Financial Consultant at Schwab, you will be procured with the practice of existing Schwab clients, providing them with wealth management and financial planning advice. Over time, youll grow your practice holistically through client asset consolidation, networking, and earning client referrals. If you currently have your securities license, enjoy working in a teamsetting, and share our passion for serving clients - this role is for you.
What you have
Required Qualifications:
A valid and active FINRA Series 7 license required
Obtaining or acquiring FINRA Series 66 (63/65) license and Life & Health Insurance as it will be required during your tenure on the job.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to build strong relationships, engage and encourage trust, and deepen the client relationship by applying a focused client communication strategy, and exceeding client expectations.
Strong candidates will also learn to leverage our team of Schwab specialists, Schwab advice guidelines, your knowledge of the markets, and your ability to inspire action to help your clients progress toward achieving their goals.
Openness to manage wealth on behalf of our clients including: Retirement Planning, Education Planning, Investment Management, Banking & Lending Management, Insurance & Risk Management, and Estate Planning
Ability to adapt and implement change as the market and business conditions evolve
Passion for community engagement to share and engage clients in discussion about market conditions, sound investing principles, and the ideal wealth and long-term investment strategies for their personal situation
Desire to provide an outstanding investor experience in additional to furthering your own professional development in Wealth Management.
Pursuant to SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the NMLS registry system and remain in good standing. You will be required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process
Whats in it for you
At Schwab, youre empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaborationso you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
VP, Crypto & Blockchain Legal Counsel
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
A leading financial services firm is seeking a Vice President, Associate General Counsel to join its Asset Management Legal Team. This role requires expertise in cryptocurrency and blockchain, with responsibilities including providing legal advice, advising on regulatory compliance, and evaluating new technology related to digital assets. Candidates should possess a J.D. and have 7-10 years of relevant experience, focusing on U.S. federal securities laws and the intersection with blockchain technology. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid work environment.
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Vice President of Client Success
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Westward360 is looking to add a Vice President of Client Success to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to drive client retention, satisfaction, and long-term growth across our organization. If you are passionate about delivering an exceptional client experience, developing high-performing teams, and shaping the future of community association management, we want to hear from you.
Westward360 is a leader in the Community Management industry, with locations across the map. We service condo, townhome, and homeowner associations, and provide rental management services to multi-family, single-unit, and co-op properties.
What we offer:
Base salary range of $100,000 - $110,000
Target bonus opportunity up to 20% of base salary
Monthly cell phone stipend
Flex work environment: Chicagoland hybrid or remote
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Front loaded PTO
401k - Company match up to 4%
Long and short term disability at no cost to employee
Leadership growth opportunities within a fast-growing organization
What you'll do:
The Vice President of Client Success will lead strategic initiatives to enhance client retention, strengthen relationships, and elevate the overall client experience. This role will also oversee the Director of Training and Customer Service to align training, customer support, and retention strategies company-wide.
Client Retention & Success Strategy
Develop and execute client retention strategies to drive long-term association partnerships.
Establish KPIs and success metrics for retention, client health, and satisfaction across all communities.
Oversee retention programs, including early warning systems for at-risk clients and proactive engagement strategies.
Leverage NPS scores, surveys, and other feedback tools to identify trends, improve service delivery, and track progress.
Partner with executive leadership to align client success initiatives with company growth objectives.
Client Experience & Engagement
Build scalable programs that enhance the client journey from onboarding through renewal.
Establish best practices for proactive client communication and relationship management.
Lead periodic client review processes to ensure satisfaction, highlight performance, and reinforce value delivered.
Serve as an executive sponsor for key client accounts and escalations when needed.
Community Manager Success & Training Oversight
Collaborate with HR, Learning & Development, and Operations to design and oversee training programs for Community Managers and client-facing staff.
Provide strategic direction for professional development, tools, and resources to help Community Managers deliver exceptional service.
Foster a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement within the client success function.
Partner with Regional Leadership to identify skill gaps, design development opportunities, and improve manager retention.
Leadership & Collaboration
Lead, mentor, and grow the Client Success team, ensuring alignment with company values and strategic goals.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Marketing, Onboarding, and Maintenance teams to ensure a seamless and consistent client experience.
Present data-driven insights and recommendations to the executive team and board of directors.
Serve as a thought leader on client retention and success in the community association management industry.
What you'll need:
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in client success, account management, or operations within the community association management industry or a related service industry.
Proven track record of developing and executing client retention strategies and programs.
Experience with NPS or other client sentiment measurement tools, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Strong background in training, coaching, and developing client-facing professionals.
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with a strong service mindset.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
CAI designations (CMCA, AMS, or PCAM) strongly preferred or considered a plus.
About Westward360:
Westward360 is dedicated to providing exceptional community management, rental management and brokerage services. Serving multiple markets throughout the United States, we have the systems, strategies, and expertise to meet the specialized needs of even the most demanding client. With more than 50,000 homes under management, we're your all-in-one real estate solution.
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Chief Finance and Operations Officer
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
One Million Degrees accelerates community college students' progress on career pathways to economic mobility.
Over 60% of students who start community college do not complete a degree or successfully transfer to a four-year institution. However, 84% of jobs in the US require skills training beyond high school. OMD's holistic support model is designed to support community college students as they work toward degrees and careers. From personal and academic coaches to financial assistance and professional development, OMD helps community college students succeed in school, work, and life, transforming their futures and the futures of those around them for generations.
The OMD student support model is rooted in evaluation and evidence: A randomized controlled trial conducted with the University of Chicago Inclusive Economy Lab shows that OMD scholars are 70% more likely to enroll, 94% more likely to persist, 73% more likely to earn a degree.
Currently, OMD serves scholars in all 7 of the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) and is scaling to reach nearly 3,000 Chicago students by 2026. In addition to its unique CCC partnership, OMD partners with employers across industries to build on-ramps to in-demand jobs through internships and apprenticeships. Alongside this direct service work in Chicago, OMD is also experiencing rapid growth working with higher education institutions and additional partners across Illinois and nationwide, supporting them to build holistic student support models.
Through this growing body of work, OMD continues to have a profound impact in Chicagoland while becoming a national model for sustainable, scalable, and systemic change.
OMD Values:
OMD is deeply committed to our core values, as demonstrated in the work we do, our approach to change and growth, and our commitment to our staff.
Equity: We address historical and existing systemic inequities by taking a holistic approach to supporting students on their path to economic mobility.
Excellence: We hold ourselves to a high bar and provide exceptional support so that students are empowered to achieve their ambitions.
Community: We unite around putting students first, collaborating with partners, and celebrating our collective wins.
Learning: We each adapt to a changing world and refine our approach to support students, community members, staff, and stakeholders along the way.
Amplify: We advocate for our students and share what we've learned as leaders in the field.
Position Summary:
One Million Degrees (OMD) seeks a strategic, data-informed, and operationally innovative Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) to steward the organization's financial health and operational excellence into the future. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFOO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing oversight of finance, accounting, human resources, compliance, technology, and facilities while driving new systems, policies, and initiatives that enhance efficiency and impact.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces change, and brings a strategic mindset to scaling organizations. Partnering closely with the CEO, the CFOO will play a pivotal role in shaping OMD's strategic plan, ensuring the organization is positioned to meet growing needs, expand its reach, and deepen its impact on scholars' economic mobility. This includes fostering a culture of accountability and innovation while serving as a primary liaison to the Board of Directors on financial and operational matters.
Grounded in OMD's commitment to social and racial justice, the CFOO will lead with vision, collaboration, and integrity, building on OMD's strong history while advancing its infrastructure and operational capacity to meet future opportunities and scale aspirations. This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished financial and operations leader to join a mission-driven, rapidly scaling organization and help transform the lives of students nationwide.
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Providing ultimate oversight to the organization's financial, administrative, and human resources activities;
Working with Leadership Team colleagues to establish the organizational operations strategy and evaluate progress against strategic goals;
Overseeing annual operating budget currently $14M, working closely with finance team to ensure excellent fiscal stewardship and transparency, ensuring strategic budget forecasting and annual planning, and conducting financial modeling and analysis to support current and emerging bodies of work;
Auditing, implementing, and maintaining existing internal systems, moving existing systems from a manual to an automated approach;
Providing oversight to public funding and grant management activities, and reviewing and systematizing a growing portfolio of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) to ensure alignment with organizational strategy, operational feasibility, and compliance standards;
Offering insight to interdepartmental initiatives while developing consultative working relationships throughout the organization;
Managing OMD's facilities and lease agreements, negotiating where appropriate;
Driving knowledge management activities and processes to improve quality and efficiency of operations;
Ensuring excellence in core HR functions including supporting the employee lifecycle, performance management, and benefits administration;
Ensuring optimal software platforms and technology infrastructure;
Managing relationship with OMD legal counsel;
Ensuring that key functions are operating in conjunction with one another to maximize impact;
Implementing strategic changes based on data, circumstances, and sound reasoning;
Collaborating with, mentoring, and supporting staff over the Finance, Operations, Technology, Compliance and Human Resources functions including labor responsibilities as OMD is partially unionized;
Leading and developing a high functioning team that embodies a culture of service excellence and achieves performance expectations; and
Overseeing other responsibilities as they arise, such as timely and accurate financial and regulatory reporting, contract review, indirect cost rate negotiation, oversight of defined contribution retirement plan and reporting, institutional operating and capital budget planning and oversight, cash forecasting, and board finance committee engagement.
Qualifications and Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal background:
Bachelor's degree in business-related field required, and MBA or professional certification such as CPA or CFA preferred
Proven experience as a CFO, COO, or senior finance/operations leader in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization, and 7+ years of management experience
Deep expertise in nonprofit finance, accounting, and compliance
Demonstrated success in scaling organizations and leading change
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills; fluent in data-informed management
Exceptional communication and leadership abilities
Strong collaborative spirit, embodying a team player and enterprise success-focused mindset
Experience working closely with a Board of Directors
Additionally, a successful candidate will have the following skills, competencies, and characteristics:
Financial & Operational Expertise
Proven experience overseeing core business functions - finance, human resources, information technology, facilities, and compliance - in a scaling organization, and a track record in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Rigor and insight needed to build out systems, policies, and infrastructure that enable stability and growth, particularly in resource-constrained or evolving environments.
Strong financial acumen to ensure rigorous accounting and compliance while aligning resources with long-term organizational strategy and growth.
Experience overseeing annual financial audits and additional financial reporting requirements, and in driving a culture of compliance to ensure audit readiness.
Proven ability to take an end-to-end view of operations, redesigning and integrating cross-functional systems and processes to drive organizational efficiency and impact, and a track record of driving transformation.
Experience leading complex organizational change, bringing staff along in transitions while ensuring adoption and accountability.
Uses data, metrics, and analysis to drive continuous improvement and guide organizational decision-making.
Collaborative partner to senior leadership and the Board, ensuring transparency and operational excellence.
Strategic & Visionary Leadership
Adept at setting long-term goals, forecasting future needs, and navigating ambiguity.
Decisive yet collaborative in setting priorities, delegating, and ensuring accountability.
Creative problem solver who can simplify complexity and overcome obstacles to achieve goals.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt strategies as the organization grows.
Equity-Driven Change Agent
Brings a builder's mindset to establish foundational tools, like standard operating procedures, employee handbooks, vendor agreements, and team calendars, and leads teams through operational change with transparency, consistency, and care.
Experienced leading change and executing strategy in complex environments.
Balances collaboration with decisiveness to drive progress efficiently.
Champions equity, inclusion, and belonging in organizational systems and culture.
Inspires innovation and entrepreneurial thinking across teams.
Team Leadership & Culture Building
Skilled coach and facilitator who develops high-performing, mission-driven teams.
Fluency in HR practices for managing both unionized and unaffiliated staff.
Fosters transparency, empowerment, and accountability while valuing staff voice.
Deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in practice and culture.
Builds trust and strong relationships with staff, partners, and Board members.
Maintains clarity and composure in high-stakes moments, and demonstrates executive presence, political astuteness, and the judgment needed to manage complexity.
Mission Alignment
Passionate about OMD's mission to advance economic mobility.
Leads with empathy, respect, integrity, and authenticity.
Motivated to address systemic inequities and support student success.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $180,000 - $205,000 plus annual bonus eligibility.*
Full Health Benefits - Provided for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision. OMD pays 100% of individual's basic monthly health premium and 80% dependent coverage.
Employee assistance program, which offers confidential emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and more.
Retirement Benefits - For full-time employees, OMD matches retirement contributions up to 4% of total salary.
Generous Paid Time Off Policy - OMD has 12 paid holidays and offers up to 15 days PTO in year one; in addition to two weeks paid time off for winter break.
Compensatory time for designated duties performed outside of normal work hours**.
Monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement up to $50/month.
12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents.
Professional Learning Opportunities - OMD supports employee development in areas relevant to professional and organizational goals and will pay for training such as workshops and conferences as agreed upon by the employee and supervisor.
Hybrid Work Schedule - Currently one in-office day required per week; other days can be remote (in-person day set by you and your manager), and additional in-office days may be needed based on organizational priorities.
*To allow OMD to set salaries based on market data and internal equity, and to ensure fair and equal pay for every role, we offer our best offer first.
**All employees are expected to work a set number of Saturdays and evening hours per year due to organizational-wide events.
One Million Degrees is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation, and evaluate all candidates based on merit.
Auto-ApplyFinancial Controller
Chief finance officer job in Naperville, IL
The Financial Controller is a key member of the finance leadership team responsible for all accounting and financial operations for United Health Partners, a growing healthcare organization with multiple clinic locations. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller provides
strategic and operational leadership across accounting, internal controls, audits, financial
systems, and compliance. This role ensures that all accounting policies and practices support the
organization's mission, strategic growth, and operational excellence. This role ensures financial
integrity, supports acquisition integration, and builds scalable systems to sustain rapid expansion.
This function also provides leadership and oversight to the Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)
team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial close, consolidation, and reporting for multiple entities.
Manage due diligence, onboarding, and integration of newly acquired practices.
Standardize accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting frameworks.
Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll functions.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in collaboration with FP&A.
Implement process improvements and automation for scalability and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and healthcare-specific financial regulations.
Partner cross-functionally with operations, billing, and IT on system alignment.
Supervise and develop a small, high-performing accounting team.
Provide oversight to Revenue Cycle Management Team.
Qualifications
CPA required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally in healthcare or multi-
site operations.
Experience leading financial integrations and systems transitions during acquisitions.
Strong understanding of healthcare accounting, billing, and reimbursement practices.
Detail-oriented, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced growth environment.
Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of complex financial structures and healthcare
reimbursement dynamics.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align financial management with organizational strategy.
Operational Excellence: Drives continuous improvement, accuracy, and efficiency.
Leadership: Builds trust, accountability, and engagement within a lean team.
Integrity and Judgment: Upholds the highest standards of ethics and confidentiality.
Collaboration: Works effectively across clinical, operational, and executive teams in a
hybrid environment.
Auto-ApplyDirector of Finance & Accounting
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Full-time Description
Position Description: The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational excellence of Make-A-Wish Illinois' financial functions. This role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, audit coordination, compliance, and cash management for our nonprofit organization. The Director ensures accuracy, transparency, and stewardship of financial resources while serving as a key advisor to the COO, Board Finance Committee, and Investment Subcommittee. The Director leads and develops the accounting team, advances financial systems and automation, strengthens cross-departmental financial management, and ensures that financial operations align with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Qualifications:
Financial Leadership & Strategy
Serve as the organization's senior financial leader responsible for aligning financial operations with strategic and long-range planning objectives.
Provide financial analysis and data insights to guide organizational decision-making, resource allocation, revenue forecasting, and capital planning.
Partner with the COO to strengthen forecasting, scenario planning, and financial sustainability.
Support the Finance Committee and Investment Subcommittee through preparation of materials, dashboards, analysis, and investment monitoring.
Represent the Finance function as a collaborative partner across departments.
Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting
Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, deposits, credit card management, and wish-card administration.
Lead monthly close and produce timely, accurate financial statements, dashboards, cash flow reporting, and variance analysis.
Ensure adherence to GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and internal policies.
Advance automation and workflow improvements (e.g., payment automation, project codes, API/EDI integrations, NetSuite optimization).
Cash Flow, Asset Management, & Internal Controls
Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships to support organizational operations and long-term stability.
Maintain a comprehensive internal control framework that prevents fraud, minimizes risk, and strengthens financial governance.
Conduct periodic internal reviews of financial controls, credit card usage, and system permissions.
Monitor and support investment administration in partnership with external advisors.
Audit, Tax, & Compliance
Lead the annual external financial statement audit, internal audit processes, Form 990 preparation, and all federal/state/local compliance filings.
Ensure payroll compliance in partnership with HR and the payroll system (Paylocity).
Maintain compliance with grants, restricted funding, donor intent, and public and private funding requirements.
Budgeting, Forecasting, & Financial Planning
Lead the organization's annual budgeting process, including timeline creation, tools, training, and department budget support.
Develop multi-year forecasts, scenario models, and rolling projections for revenue, expenses, and cash.
Partner with department leaders to improve budget literacy, accountability, and timely financial decision-making.
Provide expense modeling and wish-granting cost analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Financial Systems & Technology
Serve as the chapter's content expert for the enterprise accounting system (NetSuite) and point of contact for enhancements, reporting, permissions, and integrations.
Collaborate with Data & Evaluation and Technology team members to improve dashboards, data quality, internal reporting, and cross-system data flow.
Evaluate and implement technologies that improve efficiency, transparency, and data accessibility.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting & Finance team to ensure strong performance, career growth, and operational excellence.
Foster a culture of learning, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Build cross-functional financial literacy through training and partnership.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field required.
CPA strongly preferred.
Master's degree is a plus.
Experience & Skills
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 4 years in a senior or management role; nonprofit financial management experience strongly preferred.
Minimum 3 years supervising and developing an accounting/finance team, with demonstrated strengths in performance management, cross-functional collaboration, and leading teams through change or growth.
Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit GAAP, internal controls, risk management, and financial compliance.
Proven experience managing budgets of $10M+ and leading complex nonprofit audits, including preparation, coordination, and resolution of audit findings.
Strong experience with NetSuite preferred; experience with Salesforce, Paylocity, credit card management platforms (e.g., Ramp), and payment automation systems a plus.
Proven success implementing process improvements, automation initiatives, and/or financial system upgrades.
Experience with grant accounting, restricted funds, and compliance for private and public funding sources.
Strong analytical, communication, and business partnership skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Experience in financial strategy, planning, and analysis within a nonprofit organization preferred.
Additional Attributes
Ability to lead through change and support a culture of data-driven decision making.
Ability to focus on the tasks and details relevant to the position and the organization, while also switching quickly between functions.
Ability to exercise excellent independent judgment and take ownership of decisions.
Ability to think on a broad, system-level relative to the scope of the position.
Ability to work independently and self-manage to achieve goals while being a strong team player.
Ability to organize, meet deadlines, and delegate appropriately.
Ability to cope with and embrace change, risk, and uncertainty.
Ability to develop strong relationships within a collaborative setting that values diverse opinions; enthusiasm for helping drive change as MAWI becomes a more data-driven organization.
Work Schedule and Location: Hybrid Schedule - Tuesday and Thursday in-person at the corporate office (200 W. Monroe, Suite 1801, Chicago, IL 60606) and M/W/F remote. Business needs may dictate occasional need to adjust the hybrid schedule, and team members are expected to be able to accommodate the organization's physical presence needs as part of their hybrid work agreement.
Other: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Activities and Working Conditions: The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative, but not exhaustive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position is typically performed in an interior, environmentally controlled office setting. The duties of the job require extended periods of time being stationary and manipulating a computer (keyboard, monitor, mouse), and other standard office equipment including, but not limited to printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
At times this job will require an ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Salary Description $110,000 to $124,000 annually
Plant Financial Controller
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Are you ready to be a key strategic player in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Plant Controller to drive financial excellence and provide critical expertise to our plant leadership team. This is a salaried, on-site leadership position overseeing our two Chicago locations including one manufacturing and one fulfillment operations within a 5-minute drive of each location. You will be the financial backbone of a $100M+ revenue facility, reporting directly to a remote Area Controller.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Partnership & Analysis
Proactive Business Partner: Collaborate with the General Manager and Plant Leaders to interpret financial results, develop complex analyses, identify operational inefficiencies, and drive critical business decisions.
Performance Insight: Analyze key variances and communicate clear explanations with recommended action plans to management.
Consultation & Education: Provide proactive, unsolicited interpretation and education on complex financial and operational matters to drive informed decisions across departments.
Accounting, Reporting, and Control
Ownership of Core Accounting: Manage all accounting operations, including General Ledger (G/L), Inventory, and Cost Accounting .
Month-End & Reporting: Own the month-end closing process and prepare timely, accurate monthly financial statements and operational reports.
Planning & Forecasting: Coordinate the plant's budget and business planning activities, and prepare regular forecasts for the income statement, balance sheet, and statistics.
Internal Controls & GAAP: Monitor and implement robust internal controls to safeguard company assets. Ensure all accounting adheres strictly to U.S. GAAP and local statutory requirements.
Leadership & Team Development
Team Leader: Lead the continued professional development of the existing on-site accounting team, providing clear expectations and conducting periodic performance reviews.
Cross-Functional Impact: Work effectively across all organizational boundaries and levels to achieve both plant and corporate objectives.
Process Improvement: Share best practices across the finance team, focusing on process improvements, financial modeling, and procedure updates.
What We're Looking For
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, including coursework in Intermediate and Cost Accounting.
Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in a similar finance/controller role. Experience in Packaging or Corrugated industry preferred.
Expertise: Strong manufacturing and Cost Accounting experience.
Technical Skills: Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation).
Knowledge: Solid understanding of basic ERP and production systems operations (Amtech preferred) and expert knowledge of US GAAP .
Skills & Attributes
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex financial data simply.
Mindset: Highly motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and focused on accuracy.
Drive for Change: Proven initiative and willingness to drive process improvement and innovation .
Collaboration: Strong customer focus with a proactive willingness to engage and partner across the organization.
Here's why you'll love working at Hood Container:
Competitive pay & benefits : We offer a base salary starting at $150,000, an annual bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package to keep you healthy and happy.
Continuous learning : We invest in paid training and development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
Caring & Empowering Company Culture : Supportive & collaborative team dedicated to seeing you unbox your potential to help make a difference & make customers happy.
Growing Company in a Sustainable Industry : Consider a Future in Corrugated Packaging
Our goal is to have a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, Mill to Market company, specializing in containerboard and kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays, and contract packaging. Our commitment to customer happiness, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence drive our business. Over the last decade, Hood Container Corporation has grown to become one of the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States.
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Auto-ApplyDirector, Finance & Accounting
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Description & Requirements Maximus is currently seeking a Director, Finance & Accounting. In this role, you will be responsible for performing and providing financial oversight to the business. . Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare financial budgeting, forecasting and reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, while performing variance analysis between forecast and actual.
- Ensure effectiveness of accuracy and timeliness of forecasting, reporting, accruals, and other financial related processes and systems on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Provide direct financial leadership and support for assessing service allocation rates, composition of cost pools for new allocations.
- Work with group and project finance teams to develop, administer, and implement process improvements and methodologies and cost allocation expectations.
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of financial professionals to develop and implement a financial strategy that is effective, consistent and aligns with the organization's overall financial strategy.
- Responsible for oversight and maintenance of project financial records and forecasts.
- Provide strategic pricing leadership to support a new business area.
- Participate in all internal and external audits.
- Oversee the monthly and quarterly financial close process for assigned businesses.
- Coordinates with Project Management to develop operational productivity analysis and tracking of metrics to identify where cost efficiencies can be achieved.
- Reviews contract modifications, maintain financial contract files and prepares reports, documentation and presentations as appropriate.
- Ensure client invoices are compliant with MAXIMUS policy and client requirement to ensure projects are billed accurately and timely.
- Manages Direct Sales Outstanding by expediting collections and keeping unbilled as low as possible.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures as well as US GAAP, FAR, CAS and statutory regulations, acting as a champion of the company policy and procedures.
- Provide monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting for financial and business planning with Project Management and Division finance and works closely to track performance and provides timely variance and Risk and Opportunity analysis.
- Prepares routine and ad-hoc financial reports and analysis using MAXIMUS proprietary tools, Enterprise solutions, CostPoint, Cognos Reporting, and Excel
- Lead cooperative effort among members of a team.
- Provides ongoing supervision too assigned staff.
- Responsible for identifying and resolving issues, problems and concerns.
- Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures.
- Interacts with different levels of external and internal customers.
- Ensures the confidentiality and security of all corporate information.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field required.
- 10-12 years of relevant professional experience required.
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience in lieu of degree. Master's Degree preferred.
- Due to customer requirements, United States Citizenship is required.
- The ability to obtain or maintain a government issued security clearance is required.
-10+ years of relevant professional experience required.
- At least 5 years of experience in project accounting, financial control/management or similar discipline.
- 2-3 years management experience required.
- Must have DoD financial experience.
- Must have strategic pricing experience.
- Ability to coach, develop and mentor team members.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (strong Word and Excel skills).
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, ability to perform quantitative and qualitative analyses of existing business processes.
- Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
- Ability to work under standards-based performance measures.
- Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently.
- Ability to be a self-starter.
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
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160,000.00
Easy ApplyAsset Backed Finance Product Controller
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
This is a fast-paced opportunity in the Product Controller space within Commercial and Investment Banking!
As an Associate in the Asset Backed Finance Product Controller team, you will be responsible for supporting both the product controllers and the line of business. Your role will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the firm's books and records, with a particular focus on the general ledger, operating systems, and infrastructure controls throughout the business lifecycle. Your duties will include preparing data for regulatory reporting, reconciling and certifying the balance sheet, substantiating the balance sheet, controlling inter-entity transactions, manually accounting and booking to the General Ledger (GL), and coordinating the month-end close process.
Job responsibilities:
• Ensure the accuracy and validity of line of business general ledger accounts, including adherence to the firm-wide General Ledger Reconciliation & Substantiation standards
• Analyze, communicate, and resolve material variances between the general ledger and upstream systems, as defined by line of business
• Serve as an analytical and project support resource for product control
• Handle various ad-hoc requests on a daily basis
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
• 3+ years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related area
• Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail including a control focus
• Able to quickly understand workings of a complex processing system and general ledger systems across the infrastructure and their interrelationships and dependencies
• Excellent communication skills and ability to develop strong working relationships
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
A solid understanding of financial products including loans, securities and derivatives would be advantageous
Auto-ApplyFinancial Controller
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
1Resource has a Direct Hire opportunity in Chicago, IL. We are looking for a Controller for a Logistics company located in Chicago.
Controller, Logistics Industry
A fast-growing, full-cycle logistics company seeking a Financial Controller.
This opportunity is ideal for someone ready to step into a leadership role, bring structure to the accounting function, and contribute directly to a high-growth environment backed by private equity.
Our client is focused on innovation in the 3PL/4PL space and expects continued growth.
Key responsibilities:
Lead the month-end close process and general ledger oversight
Ensure federal tax compliance and manage financial reporting requirements
Support the selection, development, and mentoring of the accounting team
Work closely with leadership on PE-related reporting and acquisition readiness
Optimize use of ERP systems (Mercury Gate, Acumatica and similar
Requirements
Education and requirements:
Accounting degree
5-15 years accounting background. 3-4 years as a Controller or similar responsibilities, CPA preferred but not required.
Leadership qualities, confident and a team player
Experience in a strategic role but also works with day to day reporting, month-end and financials
Private equity portfolio company experience a plus
Benefits
Great company benefits and Bonus incentives.
Auto-ApplyAsset Backed Finance Product Controller
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
JobID: 210692842 JobSchedule: Full time JobShift: Base Pay/Salary: Chicago,IL $76,000.00-$100,000.00 This is a fast-paced opportunity in the Product Controller space within Commercial and Investment Banking!
As an Associate in the Asset Backed Finance Product Controller team, you will be responsible for supporting both the product controllers and the line of business. Your role will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the firm's books and records, with a particular focus on the general ledger, operating systems, and infrastructure controls throughout the business lifecycle. Your duties will include preparing data for regulatory reporting, reconciling and certifying the balance sheet, substantiating the balance sheet, controlling inter-entity transactions, manually accounting and booking to the General Ledger (GL), and coordinating the month-end close process.
Job responsibilities:
* Ensure the accuracy and validity of line of business general ledger accounts, including adherence to the firm-wide General Ledger Reconciliation & Substantiation standards
* Analyze, communicate, and resolve material variances between the general ledger and upstream systems, as defined by line of business
* Serve as an analytical and project support resource for product control
* Handle various ad-hoc requests on a daily basis
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
* 3+ years of related experience
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related area
* Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail including a control focus
* Able to quickly understand workings of a complex processing system and general ledger systems across the infrastructure and their interrelationships and dependencies
* Excellent communication skills and ability to develop strong working relationships
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
* A solid understanding of financial products including loans, securities and derivatives would be advantageous
Auto-ApplyFinancial Controller
Chief finance officer job in Northbrook, IL
Job DescriptionDescription:
ABOUT PEDIATRUST:
Pediatrust is in the north and northwest suburbs of Chicago, IL, with over 20 locations, and is the leading pediatric medical group based in Illinois, dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to children and families across the region. With a network of experienced pediatricians and healthcare professionals, Pediatrust delivers comprehensive, compassionate, and patient-centered care in a collaborative environment. Our commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and community engagement has made us a trusted partner for families seeking high-quality pediatric care. As we continue to grow and serve more communities, PediaTrust remains focused on supporting the health and well-being of every child we serve.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Financial Controller will oversee the financial and accounting function for PediaTrust LLC and SperoMD, and responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. The Financial Controller is supported by the work of the Accounting Manager and will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and other leadership team members.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end close processes.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with accrual accounting principles.
Assist with the preparation and presentation of monthly management reports and ad-hoc financial analyses as requested by the COO, executive team and Physician ownership.
Maintain Physician member distributions allocation schedule.
Cash Management
Monitor daily cash balances and manage cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
Prepare and maintain short-term and long-term cash forecasts to support business planning and decision-making.
Oversee banking relationships and optimize cash handling procedures.
Review and approve disbursements, ensuring timely payment of vendors and other obligations.
Budgeting and Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to develop realistic and achievable budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and variance analyses to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.
Monitor actual performance against budget and provide actionable insights.
Internal Controls and Compliance
Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Coordinate with external tax advisor for preparation of annual tax returns.
Systems & Process Improvement
Manage and optimize the use of QuickBooks for all accounting and reporting needs.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
Support the review and approval of vendor invoices and expenditures related to supplies and services, ensuring alignment with budget and operational needs.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
Supervise, mentor and support the Accounting Manager, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities to the leadership team, Board of Directors and physician ownership.
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical and environmental demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Sedentary office work requiring sitting at a desk with computer for 80% of the work day, with frequent need to attend meetings.
Office environment where noise level is low to moderate, and temperatures are moderate and comfortable.
Close, visual acuity to see and manipulate computer screen, desk calculator, telephone, documents, and reports.
Drive to other PediaTrust offices required less than 10% of time.
CORE VALUES:
Trust. We are committed to integrity without compromise
Be gently honest with all your customers - coworkers, patients, physicians, management
Provide realistic expectations
Keep your word, your commitments
Protect the privacy of patients, parents and coworkers
Partnership. We work as a team toward our shared purpose
Demonstrate commitment to the partnership and its shared purpose
Collaborate with your coworkers and other customers; offer to help
Communicate information fully
Maintain a positive outlook
In conflict, work toward the goal of resolution rather than winning
Excellence. We strive to exceed expectations in everything we do
Strive to continually meet PCMH standards
Consistently go the extra mile
Take action to fix problems and to prevent repeat problems
Consistently speak and behave in a friendly, helpful manner to all customers
Compassion. We are dedicated to serving others and fostering healthy relationships.
Listen
Acknowledge and demonstrate sensitivity to the feelings and needs of others
When someone is upset, put yourself in their shoes and give the benefit of the doubt when you can
Respect. We treat all with dignity and embrace diversity
Listen and pay attention when others are speaking
Be polite
Take action to protect another's dignity
Demonstrate openness to another's point of view
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
Ten years minimum accounting experience in healthcare.
Experience working directly with owners/members on financial matters.
Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
Solid understanding of accrual accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and comfortable working under deadlines.
Required Certification, Licenses, Registration:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred.
Financial Controller
Chief finance officer job in Chicago, IL
Reply specializes in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. Reply is a network of highly specialized companies supporting global industrial groups operating in the telecom and media, industry and services, banking, insurance and public administration sectors in the definition and development of business models enabled for the new paradigms of AI, cloud computing, digital media and the Internet of Things. Reply services include Consulting, System Integration and Digital Services.
As a Financial Controller in a dynamic and fast-growing organization, you will support the management of a networked group structure and work closely with managing directors of our Reply subsidiary companies across the US. We are looking for an early-career finance professional who is eager to develop strong controlling, reporting, and stakeholder-management skills within an international environment.
Responsibilities
* Lead monthly financial performance meetings with key stakeholders
* Support monitoring and controlling company performance
* Contribute to forecasting and budgeting activities
* Assist in preparing quarterly reporting packages
* Perform reconciliations between management reporting data and statutory financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance
Minimum Requirements
* Foundational knowledge of Finance, Controlling, Auditing principles and FP&A
* Communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across the business
* Accounting and analytical capabilities
* Proficiency MS Excel skills required
* Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred
Preferred Qualifications
* Internship or initial experience in finance, controlling, or audit
About Reply
Reply specializes in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. Reply is a network of highly specialized companies supporting global industrial groups operating in the telecom and media, industry and services, banking, insurance and public administration sectors in the definition and development of business models enabled for the new paradigms of AI, cloud computing, digital media and the Internet of Things. Reply services include Consulting, System Integration and Digital Services.
The base compensation range for this full-time position is between $60,000 - $70,000 plus benefits. Compensation decisions are supported through market data, where regional variances may exist based on cost of labor. We also take into consideration prior experience, relevant skills, education and/or training, certifications and, as applicable, other required qualifications. If you have questions regarding compensation, the talent acquisition team can provide relevant details during the interview process.
Reply is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to provide equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you need assistance and reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, email us at [email protected]. Visit our website at ************* to learn more about our open roles.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.