Finance Director

About this position Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) is a community-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Chicagoland’s diverse immigrant and refugee communities. Established in 1981, CMAA is a cornerstone of the “Asia on Argyle” corridor of the Uptown Neighborhood of Chicago with a satellite office in Elgin, IL, providing programs to serve our community across generations. We offer after-school, summer camp, and mentoring programs for young people. For adults, we provide case management and social services, education including English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, job preparation and placement services, and immigration and citizenship case assistance. We connect older adults to in‑home care support and community enrichment through our Golden Age Club. Finally, we support entrepreneurs and small businesses as the only AAPI‑led Small Business Development Center in Illinois. Finance Director – Fully Exempt (Full‑time) The Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) is looking for a highly flexible and adaptable individual to fill the role of Finance Director. The position incorporates the roles of both finance director and comptroller. This team player will plan, direct, control, and implement the financial policies and operations of CMAA. The finance director reports to CMAA’s executive director and the Board of Directors’ Finance Committee. The incumbent will supervise all staff on financial matters, assist the executive director and staff in creating new revenue streams, and manage all financial operations. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Develop and maintain systems and procedures for CMAA’s financial and accounting functions. Prepare financial analysis and reports, statements, budgets, and forecasts. Arrange for outside audits. Oversee purchasing, data processing and inventories. Prepare materials for and work with the Finance Committee of CMAA’s Board of Directors. Supervise finance and accounting staff, currently a team of four. Oversee the submission of budget proposals and reports. Account for securities, building, operating expenses, payroll, and other major financial operations. Perform routine work following standardized procedures and accounting practices. Coordinate and develop short‑ and long‑range financial plans in coordination with CMAA’s Executive Director and the Board of Directors’ Finance Committee. Monitor CMAA’s budget and advise the Executive Director of significant income and expense variations. Maintain records of current cash balances and assist the Executive Director in managing cash flow. Responsible for accounts receivable/a​ppayables. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 5‑7 years of experience working for a non‑profit organization. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA is desired, but not required. Experience in preparing budgets, budget revisions, multiple funding contracts, and vouchers for grants from the State of Illinois and the City of Chicago. Must have college credit hours for Intermediate Accounting II, Not‑for‑profit Organization Accounting, and Audit. Excellent management and teamwork skills required. Knowledge and experience in non‑profit accounting preferred but not required. Required Skills/Abilities Self‑starter who is highly motivated, organized, and detail‑oriented. Can work independently and collaboratively with a team. Ability to exercise good judgment and handle sensitive matters as needed. Ability to handle confidential information with great care. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and accounting software such as QuickBooks, with willingness to learn new programs. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize projects. Honest and dependable professional. Possess strong cultural sensitivity and superior cross‑cultural communication skills. Work Environment This job operates in a clerical office setting; standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines are routinely used. The role is largely sedentary; filing is required, which may involve lifting files, opening filing cabinets, bending or standing on a stool as necessary. Perks and Benefits (for qualified employees) Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) eligible within 60 days of hire with 90% employer contribution. 403(b) retirement plan with company match after one year and fully vested at year six. Personal time off, sick leave, and vacation time policies. Parking and transit benefits. Travel reimbursements for eligible commuting routes. Opportunities for growth and to give back to communities. Fun, high‑energy culture. Flexible hours based on an individual schedule. Relaxed dress code. Access to an exceptional leadership team. Chinese Mutual Aid Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability during the application or interview process, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io, request the Human Resources Department, or email View email address on click.appcast.io and reference the job ID 2887680. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc