Program Manager In Nonprofit Sector Jobs in Chicago, IL

CFO Advisory,Accounting Advisory Manager(Not-for-Profit)

As a result of continued growth within our Accounting Advisory practice, we are currently seeking aManagerspecializing in Not-for-Profit (NFP) organizationsfor our national team.

This role offers the flexibility to be remote, with travel as needed for specific projects.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing multiple client relationships while leading a team of professionals delivering advisory services tailored to not-for-profit entities.This includes consulting ontechnical accounting, financial reporting requirements under U.S. GAAP,including ASC 958, donor restrictions/restricted net assets,and grants/contributions, in addition to finance function buildout, process improvement, and enhancement of finance operations. You will also support complex accounting initiatives and operational improvements whiledemonstratinga passion for client service and advancing the mission-driven goals of our clients' finance organizations.

Our industry-focused teams (including Financial Services; Industrial & Consumer Goods; Private Equity; Professional Services; Real Estate, Construction & Hospitality; Technology & Life Sciences; andNot-for-Profit) provide tailored, practical solutions grounded in experience, enabling clients to address current challenges while preparing for long-term sustainability and impact.

As aManager, you will:

• Manage client relationshipsand oversee engagement management

• Assistclients with financial close processes, including improvingmonth-end and year-end close cyclesfor not-for-profit entities

• Support accounting transitions and special projects, such ascash-to-accrual accounting, opening balance sheet preparation, consolidation accounting, and other transaction or reporting needs

• Assistclients withpreparing for financial statement audits, Single Audits, and complianceaudits

• Lead technical accounting projects related toASC 958 (Not-for-Profit Entities), revenue recognition (ASC 606 with contributions vs. exchange transactions), leases (ASC 842), and other relevant standards

• Provide guidance onnet asset classification (with and without donor restrictions), grant accounting, and contribution revenue recognition

• Support the preparationand reviewoffinancial statements, footnotes, reconciliations, and accounting memostailored to not-for-profit reporting requirements

• Provide recommendations related tofinance policies, procedures, and operating model support

• Support clients withinternal financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management

• Provide guidance to clients onfinance systems, reporting tools, and related process improvements,including implementation support, system optimization, and data/reporting needs

• Assistclients with information and reporting needs related toForm 990 and other state or federal reporting requirements, as needed

• Support clientsbyidentifyingopportunities to improveinternal controls, governance, and financial processes

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountingand CPA license

• Five or more years of experience within a public accounting firm and/or industry environment performingaudit, controllership, or consulting services, with experience servingnot-for-profit organizations, foundations, higher education, healthcare, or NGOs preferred

• Proven experience and interest intechnical accounting matters, particularly within the not-for-profit sector

• Exposure tomonth-end close, audit processes, and financial reportingin a not-for-profit or similar environment

• Strong organizational skills, including experience planning and leading projects from start to finish

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously while working independently and collaboratively

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders such asboards of directors, finance committees, and executive leadership

• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, with attention to detail and accuracy

• Willingness to travel as needed (up to 40%)

Additionalpreferred qualifications:

• Experience working withinnot-for-profit accounting departments or advisory environments

• Familiarity with systems commonly used in the NFP sector, such asBlackbaud, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Workday, orQuickBooks

• Experience withgrant tracking, donor management systems, or restricted fund reporting

• Experience supportingsingle audits (Uniform Guidance) and compliance reporting

• Familiarity withbudgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning,and management reporting

• Exposure to financial process improvement tools and data analytics platforms, such asExcel, Power BI,Alteryx, Tableau, orsimilartools

What you can expect from us:

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect

• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you

• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development

• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing

• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work

• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.Cherry Bekaert will not provideworksponsorship for this position.

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