ContinuServe

AVP - Chief Financial Officer Chicago, IL Full Time Senior Manager/Supervisor About ContinuServe: ContinuServe is a tech-enabled outsourcing firm that partners with clients to provide finance, accounting, human resources, and technology services. We have deep category knowledge and deliver personalized service to help businesses impact their bottom line daily. We provide strategies that streamline and strengthen operations in today’s fast-paced environment. We Are Built for the Pace of Possibility. Purpose of the Job: The Vice President - Finance and Accounting (VP) serves as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) for assigned clients, including complex government and quasi-government organizations. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on financial management, providing clients with executive-level financial oversight, compliance assurance, and decision-making support. The VP leads ContinuServe’s delivery of finance and accounting services at the highest level of complexity, ensuring excellence in compliance, reporting, and strategic advisory, while managing and mentoring a delivery team. Roles and Responsibilities: Direct Client Services (80-90%) 1. Act as CFO and/or CAO for assigned clients, serving as the primary financial leader and trusted advisor to executive teams and boards. 2. Provide strategic financial planning, guidance, and insights to support organizational growth, sustainability, and mission alignment. 3. Lead preparation and delivery of monthly/quarterly financial reports, including analysis of financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow. 4. Present financial results and recommendations to executive leadership, finance committees, and boards of directors. 5. Oversee compliance with accounting standards (GAAP), federal cost principles, and funding regulations, including 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance and state-level requirements (e.g., Illinois GATA). 6. Partner with client leadership to develop annual budgets, multi-year forecasts, and scenario planning models. 7. Assess financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies, including liquidity management, reserves planning, and investment policies. 8. Lead and oversee annual audits, single audits, and grantor reviews, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant submissions. 9. Evaluate and recommend process improvements, internal controls, and technology solutions to enhance client efficiency. 10. Support strategic initiatives, including mergers, capital projects, new funding streams, and government grant applications. 11. Provide advisory on technical accounting matters including ASC updates, allocation methodologies, and indirect cost rates. 12. Build and sustain collaborative relationships with client executives, boards, funders, and other key stakeholders. Direct Supervisory Responsibilities (5-10%): 1. Oversee finance and accounting teams (controllers, managers, analysts) assigned to client engagements. 2. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of team deliverables in line with client contracts and service expectations. 3. Provide mentoring, coaching, and career development support to direct reports. 4. Manage staff performance, workload balance, and adherence to professional standards. Practice Management Support (0-10%) 1. Partner with the Assistant Practice Leader to ensure client portfolio success, including margin management, SLA adherence, compliance, and client satisfaction. 2. Provide input into practice-wide initiatives, including standardization of processes, training, and knowledge-sharing. 3. Support development of thought leadership, industry expertise, and technical training within ContinuServe. 4. Contribute to strategic planning for client expansion and cross-service growth. Other Duties and Responsibilities: (0-5%): 1. Represent ContinuServe as a thought leader at industry forums, presentations, and client community events. 2. Support scope reviews, pricing, and contract management to ensure engagement profitability. 3. Engage in volunteer or community activities aligned with client missions. 4. Perform other duties as assigned by ContinuServe leadership. Extent of Public Duties: 1. Serves as a representative of ContinuServe as a “Thought-Leader” to various organizations within the industry and broader community, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions. General Knowledge and Skills: Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. • 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience, including prior CFO, CAO, or equivalent senior executive role. • Government Accounting: Government/fund accounting experience with internal controls, audit approaches, and understanding financial activity within public sector frameworks. • Experience managing capital assets, equipment, machinery, and depreciation. • Deep knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP) and federal compliance requirements (2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance, indirect cost rates, single audits). • Demonstrated experience presenting to and advising boards of directors and finance committees. • Proven ability to manage teams and deliver results across multiple clients or organizations. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting/ERP systems. • Strong interpersonal, communication, and client relationship management skills. • Business acumen with ability to align financial strategy with mission and operations. Compensation: Starting salary range: $150,000 - $190,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), and health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Preferred: • Master’s degree (MBA, MPA) or CPA designation. • Experience in BPO, consulting, or professional services environments. • Experience managing offshore/global teams. Physical Demands: This position requires daily use of fingers, talking, sitting, listening, and vision. Equipment used includes, but is not limited to: computers and keyboards, calculators, writing utensils, and telephones. Employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Travel Requirements: This position predominantly operates in a hybrid work environment: either from a home office or at a local office/client site dependent on the needs of the business. Travel out of state/country, while unlikely or limited, may be required at the discretion of the Company. #li-hybrid

ISPOR, the Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research is a growing global nonprofit with more than 15,000 members across 120 countries. With the recent launch of the ISPOR Institute for Healthcare Transformation and a bold Strategic Plan 2030, the organization is committed to becoming the world’s trusted authority in health economics and outcomes research, working toward a world where healthcare is accessible, effective, efficient, and affordable for all. Position Summary ISPOR is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join its senior leadership team as the organization continues to grow its global impact. Reporting to the CEO, the CFO will lead the finance and accounting function, ensuring strong fiscal management and compliance while driving the financial strategy that supports ISPOR’s mission. This role is responsible for multi-year financial forecasting, budgeting, risk management, and developing internal controls and policies. The CFO will also manage banking and investment relationships and serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO, Board, and key committees.Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Lead financial strategy and planning: Develop short- and long-term financial strategies, multi-year forecasts, and align financial management with organizational priorities. - Oversee financial operations: Manage budgeting, cash flow, investments, insurance, and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and nonprofit regulations. - Ensure risk management and compliance: Oversee audits, tax filings, 401K administration, and maintain adherence to U.S. and international financial regulations. - Optimize systems and processes: Implement and improve financial systems, policies, and internal controls to ensure efficiency and strong fiscal management. - Provide strategic leadership: Advise the CEO and senior leadership on financial analysis, cost management, and revenue strategies; support committees and Board with reports and recommendations. - Manage banking and investment relationships: Maintain treasury functions, banking partnerships, and investment oversight in collaboration with external advisors. - Lead and develop finance team: Coach and mentor staff, foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, and ensure continuous improvement in financial practices. Position Requirements - Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration required; CPA/CMA and graduate degree preferred. - Experience: 10+ years of nonprofit financial leadership, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. - Technical Expertise: Skilled in financial analysis, modeling, compliance, and risk management. - Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor teams; strong collaboration and influence skills. - Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication; able to explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences. - Professional Attributes: High integrity, discretion with confidential information, and strong organizational skills. - Travel: Ability to travel nationally as needed and internationally approximately once per year for meetings, conferences, and organizational events. Compensation and Benefits - Salary: $190,000–$210,000 with a potential MBO bonus at 15% after a year of service. - Benefits: - 20 days PTO plus company holidays - Generous health benefits – base plan is 100% subsidized for employee-only coverage - Vision buy-up option - 401K contribution of 6% after one year - Winter break closure - Year-round flexible schedule and Summer Flex program Why Join ISPOR? Joining ISPOR means being part of a mission-driven team committed to collaboration, growth, and innovation. ISPOR offers a culture of openness, belonging, and continuous learning, along with year-round flexible scheduling and remote work opportunities. ISPOR is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.