National MS Society

Controller

National MS Society

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ChicagoIllinoisTexasUnited States

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Salary

💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller is a strategic financial leader responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial operations, driving compliance, and partnering with executive leadership to advance organizational goals
  • Serve as a key advisor to the CFO and senior leadership
  • Act as the primary financial resource for the NBOD Audit and Finance Committees, preparing reports, presenting findings, and contributing to strategic discussions
  • Design, implement, and monitor a comprehensive internal control framework to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with policies and regulations
  • Lead continuous process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology and automation to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
  • Mentor and coach the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth
  • Oversee annual external audits, ensuring timely and accurate completion
  • Manage preparation and filing of IRS Form 990 and all state/local tax filings, ensuring full compliance
  • Administer banking, investment, and payment platforms to ensure secure and efficient operations
  • Ensure monthly and quarterly financial statements comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field ( REQUIRED )
  • CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive financial management experience in nonprofit or corporate financial leadership
  • Expertise in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle Netsuite, Sage, etc.) and emerging financial technologies; proficiency with Workday preferred
  • Demonstrated success in treasury management, process improvement and internal control frameworks
  • Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to exercise initiative and make sound decisions in a complex, fast-paced environment
  • Experience supporting board-level committees and working closely with executive leadership
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a dynamic environment
Benefits
  • considerable Paid Time Off Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
  • Commuter Benefit Plan
  • Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Flex Spending Accounts Life Insurance Disability Coverage
  • Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching
  • additional voluntary benefit offerings
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial managementinternal control frameworkstreasury managementprocess improvementfinancial reportingcomplianceaudit managementIRS Form 990financial analysisbudgeting
Soft Skills
analytical skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershipinitiativedecision-makingmentoringcollaborationaccountabilityprofessional growth
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in accountingBachelor's degree in financeCPA