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Baker Tilly · 2 months ago

Managing Director - Not-for-Profit Managed Services (Faith-based, Foundations, Higher Education)

USA IL Chicago 205 N Michigan Ave

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, and they are seeking a Managing Director to lead and expand their Not-for-Profit Managed Services practice. This role involves overseeing delivery teams, cultivating client relationships, and driving platform growth and innovation for mission-driven organizations.

AccountingConsulting

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and scale our national Not-for-Profit Managed Services business, focused on Faith-Based organizations, Large Foundations, and Higher Education clients

Develop and execute growth strategies that expand our reach across mid-market and enterprise-level nonprofits, including strategic partnerships and alliances

Oversee end-to-end managed services delivery, including accounting operations, financial reporting, HR and payroll services, and technology enablement

Ensure client excellence through proactive advisory, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of operational performance

Advise Boards, CFOs, and Executive Directors on governance, compliance, internal controls, and operational transformation

Collaborate across Baker Tilly’s service lines (Advisory, Tax, Digital, and Industry) to design holistic solutions that deliver measurable value

Champion modernization and data-driven decision making through automation, analytics, and AI-powered tools that improve visibility and stewardship

Recruit, develop, and mentor a diverse team of professionals — fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and excellence

Represent Baker Tilly in nonprofit, higher education, and faith-based leadership networks, contributing to thought leadership and public trust

Qualification

Nonprofit finance experienceGAAP for Not-for-ProfitBusiness developmentFinancial systems proficiencyLeadership experienceClient relationship managementCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, MBA, or MPA preferred)

12+ years of progressive experience in nonprofit finance, accounting, or professional services

10+ years of leadership experience, including oversight of client portfolios, engagement teams, and P&L responsibility

Strong knowledge of GAAP for Not-for-Profit organizations, including fund accounting, grant management, and donor reporting

Demonstrated success in business development, practice building, and client relationship management

Outstanding communication, executive presence, and collaboration skills

Willingness to travel as needed to support clients and firm growth

Preferred

Experience advising or operating within faith-based institutions, large philanthropic foundations, or higher education strongly preferred

Familiarity with nonprofit financial systems (Sage Intacct, Blackbaud, Workday, or NetSuite) and modern collaboration tools

Company

Baker Tilly

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At Baker Tilly, we care about you and the impact you make. That’s why we’re fully committed to your journey, wherever your ambitions take you.

Founded in 1987

London, England, GBR

10001+ employees

https://www.bakertilly.global/

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