DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Title: Director of Finance and Administration
Reports To: Chief Financial and Operations Officer
Supervises: Accounting and Administration Coordinator
Department/Program: Finance and Administration
Organizational Context:
Forefront is one of the few statewide associations in the US whose membership includes grantmakers, operating nonprofits, and their advisors. Founded in 1974, Forefront has served as a trusted resource and leader committed to educating, unifying, and mobilizing the sector in Illinois. Our mission is to build a vibrant social impact sector for all the people of Illinois. We provide education, advocacy, and thought leadership, and facilitate collective action around issues that are important to our members and to the sector. Our goal is to create a united and thriving social impact sector that has a transformative impact on the wellbeing of and economic security of communities and promotes equity across the state of Illinois.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Chief Financial and Operations Officer, the Director of Finance and Administration will be responsible for the management of the organization’s accounting and financial functions. The individual in this role will be measured by their ability to provide accurate and timely information to internal and external stakeholders, and to work respectfully and collaboratively in a diverse and sometimes fast paced environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The Director of Finance and Administration position will be a challenging and rewarding opportunity that requires a diverse set of skills and experiences. While we understand that no single candidate can possess every qualification listed below, the following are priority areas:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a not-for-profit environment.
• Knowledge of GAAP and other regulations specific to nonprofit finance.
• Experience with multiple programs and a variety of restricted funding sources.
• Advanced skills in Excel; adept at adopting modern technology; comfortable using cloud-based collaborative software.
• Attention to details and accuracy in data entry, ability to review, identify and correct errors.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and follow through on projects.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• A record of supervisory experience effectively managing a small team.

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