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$87k–$109k/yr
At The Obama Foundation, our mission is to inspire, empower, and connect people to change their world. We seek to build an active democratic culture where people are equipped and motivated to make change in the communiti…
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Des Plaines, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$67/hr–$67/hr
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Elgin, Illinois, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$24/hr
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Dwight, Illinois, United States · On-site
$40k–$43k/yr
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Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$140k–$170k/yr
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Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$67/hr–$67/hr
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Granite City, Illinois, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$22/hr
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Bloomington, Illinois, United States · On-site
$33/hr–$45/hr
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Bloomington, Illinois, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$18/hr
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Urbana, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Northbrook, Illinois, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$33/hr
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Chester, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Elgin, Illinois, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$24/hr
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Benton, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$28/hr
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Vienna, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$26/hr–$29/hr
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The role is responsible for managing the month-end close process and ensuring financial reporting complies with US GAAP. It involves overseeing audits, administering the NetSuite ERP system, and managing restricted cash and grant reporting.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least six years of accounting experience within large nonprofit organizations. Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience with public accounting audits are essential.
Achieving our ambitious goals starts with an exceptional team built on our Hope to Action Values - Courage, Empathy, Integrity, Accountability, Community, Inclusivity, Pragmatism, Resilience, Imagination, and Hope. A Framework that anyone, anywhere, can use to build trust, activate participation, and expand opportunity in their community.
Core Job Responsibilities
Manages the month-end close process to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of recording financial transactions
Reviews monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and financial statements are in accordance with GAAP.
Oversees account reconciliations and ensures discrepancies are investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
Accurately records pledges receivable, donations (including in-kind and stock) and release from restriction, ensuring transactions are properly reflected in the financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Oversees the audit process and assists in the tax return preparation with the Accounting Manager, Earned Income & Tax
Evaluates business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Supervises financial reporting accounting staff, including training and mentoring
Works closely with the Development and Program departments on grant management, compliance and reporting tasks. Provides analysis and guidance.
Takes ownership of accounting related special projects, stays up to date with GAAP and new Accounting Standards Updates
Maintains and reports on restricted cash to applicable departments, streamlines restricted cash and net asset reporting
Oversees weekly cash flow management, monthly debt compliance with financial institution and monthly revenue recognition and reconciliation
Maintains investment and endowment accounting with the assistance of the Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting
Administers the ERP Financial system (NetSuite) and related integrations
Other responsibilities as assigned by Finance leadership
Key Deliverables / Outcomes
Accounting processes are maximized for efficiency and accuracy for both staff users and the accounting department. Internal controls have been evaluated across the organization and all deficiencies have been addressed.
Ensure the audit process is efficient and no material adjustments to the financial statements are required.
Revenue and pledge receivables schedules are supported and properly recorded. Accounts are reconciled monthly with Development.
Balance sheet accounts are reconciled and reviewed monthly by the 8th business day.
The structure of the financial statements reflect best practices for exempt organizations and helps ensure donors, stakeholders and third party evaluators (e.g., Charity Navigator) maintain a positive view of the Foundation’s financial statements.
Grant management and reporting are maintained regularly. Financial grant reporting is completed in advance of due dates for review.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA is a plus.
Minimum of six (6) years’ experience in accounting at large not-for-profit organizations; public accounting experience auditing nonprofit organizations.
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP (including not for profit accounting and financial reporting) and internal controls required; must have excellent math skills and attention to details
Ability to work collaboratively with all departments and levels of the organization
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities without compromising quality
The salary range for this role is between $87,020 and $108,775.
This is a hybrid role based at our Chicago office in Hyde Park.
Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!
The Foundation is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at careers@obama.org if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
We believe in a world with more opportunity, participation, and trust.
We believe in a world with more opportunity, participation, and trust. The Obama Foundation is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charitable organization with a mission to inspire, empower, and connect people to change their world. We are subject to federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding political activities, such as campaign activities and lobbying. We support the expression and discussion of ideas and opinions and encourage people to be informed citizens and engage in their communities. While individuals participating in Obama Foundation events have the right to express their political opinions and engage in political activities, they do so only in their individual capacities and are not speaking or acting for the Foundation. The Obama Foundation expressly disavows any partisan opinions or activities that are made by such individuals and such opinions and activities are not authorized and may not be attributed to the Foundation.
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