Chime

Controller

Chime

full-time

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Location: Illinois • 🇺🇸 United States

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SeniorLead

About the role

  • Lead and manage financial operations of CHIME and affiliated nonprofit entities, reporting to the CFO.
  • Supervise the Director of Finance and oversee departmental staffing and performance.
  • Ensure integrity of financial information, prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements, and oversee month-end close.
  • Coordinate and lead annual audits; serve as primary liaison to external auditors and ensure audit readiness.
  • Oversee federal and state tax filings (Form 990, Form 1120) and ensure nonprofit regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and monitor annual budgets and forecasts; manage cash flow and liquidity.
  • Review and monitor investment accounts in alignment with board-approved policies.
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls, financial policies, and procedures; track restricted/unrestricted funds, grants, and donations.
  • Utilize and optimize accounting systems (Sage Intacct or similar) and ensure data integrity across financial platforms.
  • Support the CFO with board-level financial presentations and strategic planning; serve as secondary liaison to the Finance Committee.
  • Coordinate risk management reviews with insurance brokers and manage insurance programs.
  • Mentor, train, and evaluate accounting and non-accounting staff; provide coaching and performance appraisals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required (CPA strongly preferred).
  • Minimum 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a nonprofit environment.
  • Proven experience managing audits and coordinating tax filings.
  • Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, including fund accounting and GAAP compliance.
  • Proficiency in Sage Intacct or other accounting software platforms.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including oversight of finance teams.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Experience with federal and state tax filings, including Form 990 and Form 1120.
  • Ability to manage budgeting, cash flow, investments, and internal controls.
  • Experience with audit coordination and serving as liaison to external auditors.
  • High emotional intelligence and ability to build trusted relationships.
  • Ability to explain financial concepts in simple, accessible language.
  • Must be located in the United States and able to travel as required.