Finance Director

The Finance Director is an experienced,

collaborative, and organized individual who will provide analysis, planning٫

evaluation٫ design, and implementation of the non-profit’s budget and financial

management systems. Duties will also include creating program budgets٫ generating

monthly financial reports, collaboration on annual budgeting, grant budgeting,

budget forecasting, 5-year financial plans, and all financial audits.  Successful applicants will possess analytical

and advanced mathematical skills and be able to present complex financial data

in an understandable way. They will need critical thinking to successfully

create financial forecasts and contribute to planning and making

recommendations about Legal Council’s budget. They must also have extensive

knowledge of non-profit accounting processes and best practices, including: establishment

and oversight of fiscal policies, experience with government budgeting and

grant compliance, preparing and analyzing financial reports, providing

oversight of budget compliance, and ensuring accurate financial records in compliance

with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

About Legal Council for Health Justice  

Founded in 1988, Legal Council is a non-profit law office that finds legal remedies for

discrimination, disadvantage, and disparities in health equity and well-being

across the lifespan of Illinoisans impacted by life-changing medical

conditions. Legal Council’s attorneys and legal advocates use a Medical-Legal

Partnership model to provide legal services. We partner with safety-net

hospitals, medical clinics, and social services agencies working with

low-income communities to provide legal services.  

Legal Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer: People of color, women, persons with

disabilities, older adults, LGBTQ+ and veterans are welcomed and strongly

encouraged to apply. Legal Council believes that having a diverse staff is an

organizational strength and recognizes and values the intersectional identities

that staff members bring to our organization. We are enriched by the diverse

experiences, beliefs, and ways of thinking that employees of different

backgrounds bring.  

The Finance Director will work in Legal Council’s office in Chicago’s Loop.

Pursuant to Legal Council’s hybrid work policies, the finance director may also

be eligible to work remotely for up to three days a week, depending on

schedule. This position provides opportunities for advancement

and professional development.

Job Responsibilities: 

Financial Management and Oversight

• Manage the financial reporting for the organization. This

includes monthly financial reporting, annual budgeting, grant budgeting, budget

forecasting, 5-year financial plans, and all statutory financial reporting

• Develop and implement accounting policies, and coordinate

systems and procedures with other relevant team members

• Manage the external auditor relationship and oversee the

preparation of annual audited financial statements and 990s

• Manage and oversee the cash flow activities of the organization
• Oversee monthly invoicing for all agency contracts including

government and medical/legal Partnerships. Establish processes for invoice

tracking and collections

• Prepare budgets and financial reports for grant applications and

grant compliance

• In collaboration with Operations Team, oversee the monthly close

process ensuring detail and accuracy of financial records including credit card

charges, bank reconciliations, and donation tracking  

Team Participation and Collaboration

• Collaborates with relevant and appropriate team members to

ensure consistency and cohesion in finance related data entry and reporting

(i.e. operations team, senior leadership team, Data and Compliance manager)

• Communicate with Senior director of Finance and Operations and

other relevant team members on monthly financials as necessary

• Collaborates with Executive Director and other relevant team

members on budget forecasting, 5-year financial planning and financial risk

managment

• Create process for team members to enter financial data into

system, so that financial information can be accessed with ease

• Participate in Semi-monthly Board of Directors meetings and

collaborate with Board Treasurer in creating financial reports.

• Participate in monthly All-Staff meetings and in occasional

staff gatherings

Job Requirements: 

Knowledge, Experience and Competencies: 

• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills 

• Professional values include integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field. MBA/CPA is a plus.

• Minimum of 5 years work experience in non-profit finance/accounting, including management of large government grants

• Hands-on experience with creating budgets and generating fiscal reports for overall organization and for its program areas

• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models 

• Advanced computer software skills such as Excel advanced tools and formulas, complex tables and charts and Quickbooks (preferred) or other financial software

• Demonstrated commitment to, and/or relevant experience with serving underrepresented and vulnerable populations including racial and ethnic minorities as well as those living with physical or mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders. Relevant experience includes not only professional work on behalf of others, but personal experience with poverty, chronic illness, HIV, mental illness, racism and its consequences, public housing, special education, or other issues affecting our client population. 

• Excited to work with staff and client community of diverse backgrounds.

In addition to the salary range listed, Legal Council offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision; Generous Holiday and Vacation Paid Time Off; Sick Paid Time Off; Traditional 401k/Roth 401k with 2% employer non-elective match.