The Academy Group, Inc. · 10 hours ago
Finance Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expThe Academy Group, Inc. is a unique social enterprise focused on creating opportunities for young people from resilient communities. The Finance Specialist is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial systems, managing accounts payable and receivable, and supporting financial reconciliations and audits.
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Responsibilities
Manage vendor setup, invoice processing, and payment workflows using Bill.com, Ramp, and Sage Intacct
Review coding and approvals to ensure alignment with AG’s chart of accounts, policies, and budget structure
Track and reconcile accounts receivable across multiple funding sources and entities
Maintain complete and compliant vendor documentation (W-9s, ACH forms, contracts, insurance certificates)
Serve as the primary contact for routing, review, and execution of contracts and Memoriam of Understanding (MOUs)
Maintain a centralized, audit-ready contract database in Salesforce
Collaborate with internal teams to verify contract terms, deliverables, and payment schedules
Prepare reports summarizing active contracts, renewals, and expirations for leadership review
Partner with external accountants and internal finance team on reconciliations, accruals, and prepaids
Maintain schedules and documentation to support accurate monthly and annual reporting
Identify, research, and escalate discrepancies or compliance issues as needed
Support annual audit preparation, data requests, and document organization
Ensure adherence to internal controls, authorization thresholds, and documentation standards
Monitor compliance with IRS, GAAP, and AG’s internal financial policies
Collaborate on developing new procedures to improve efficiency and ensure audit readiness
Support integration and data consistency across Bill.com, Ramp, Salesforce, and Sage Intacct
Contribute to the implementation of new financial tools (e.g., FP&A) that improve reporting and forecasting
Help document and improve workflows that strengthen coordination between finance, operations, and program teams
Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance scalability and transparency
Work closely with HR, Operations, and Program teams to ensure alignment between contracts, payments, and compliance
Provide excellent internal service and clear communication to staff, vendors, and partners
Model AG’s values of integrity, collaboration, and accountability in every aspect of financial operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
3–5 years of experience in accounting, financial operations, or compliance
Proficiency with financial and workflow tools such as Bill.com, Ramp, Salesforce, and Sage Intacct
Strong understanding of A/P, A/R, reconciliations, and internal control principles
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communicator who can work across teams and build trust with stakeholders
Advanced MS Office, Google Suite, and data analysis skills
Preferred
CPA, CMA, MBA, or related credential (or pursuit of)
Experience working within a nonprofit, foundation, or social enterprise structure
Familiarity with multi-entity accounting or investment-related revenue models
Demonstrated success implementing or optimizing financial systems or automations
Experience with FP&A tools such as Cube or Datarails
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401 (k) coverage
Company
The Academy Group, Inc.
Through rigorous, hands-on exploration of economics, entrepreneurship, design thinking, and justice, the Academy Group helps young people acquire the skills and mindsets to lead, own and create opportunities for their families and communities.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Ted Christians
Chief Executive Officer, Amplify Chicago
Shayne Evans
Managing Partner
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