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CFO - Chicago Illinois

Date Posted: Jun 28, 2026
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    Location Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Sep 26, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) position at a respected nonprofit organization in Chicago focuses on leading financial operations and strategic planning while ensuring effective day-to-day financial management. The CFO will work closely with the executive leadership team and the Board to guide the organization through its next growth phase and strengthen its financial infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash management
  • Oversee annual audit process, internal controls, compliance, and financial governance
  • Partner with executive leadership and Board members on financial strategy and planning
  • Mentor and develop a small accounting team while remaining hands-on operationally
  • Drive process improvements and strengthen financial infrastructure across the organization

Required skills

  • Nonprofit accounting or finance leadership experience
  • Prior CFO experience preferred; open to strong Controller ready for a step up
  • Heavy audit and compliance background required
  • Leadership and team management skills
  • Experience in budgeting and financial reporting
  • Strategic planning and process improvement expertise

What the company offers

  • Stable, mission-focused organization making a direct impact in Chicago communities
  • Opportunity to work alongside the current CFO during transition and onboarding
  • High visibility role partnering directly with executive leadership and Board members
  • Strong organizational culture with excellent employee retention
  • Hybrid flexibility after onboarding period
  • Opportunity to influence long-term financial and operational strategy

Skills Required

Company Overview

CFS
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
1931 Current Jobs Openings

CFS is a long-standing, family-owned manufacturing organization that serves the industrial water heating, water treatment, and laundry equipment markets. The company prides itself on its stable growth and collaborative culture, emphasizing work-life... Read More

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