Are you a strategic, mission-aligned financial leader ready to drive impact and innovation? Aspire is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our Vision Team and help shape a financially resilient future for an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities.

As CFO, you won’t just be managing numbers—you’ll be shaping strategy, leading financial innovation, and ensuring every dollar supports our mission. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Vision Team, bring clarity to complexity, and help steer Aspire’s future with confidence.

This is your opportunity to blend corporate expertise with a nonprofit heart—guiding transformational growth and financial sustainability in a role where purpose meets performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the CEO and Vision Team to define and execute long-term financial strategy and market positioning.
• Financial Stewardship: Lead budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and cash flow while continuously optimizing financial systems and processes. 
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure adherence to all accounting standards and proactively manage risk with strong internal controls. 
• Insightful Communication: Present complex financial information with clarity and purpose to board members, funders, and leadership. 
• Digital Transformation: Champion financial technologies and data analytics to drive smarter decisions and transparent reporting.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team while fostering a values-driven, collaborative culture 
• Board Partnership: Serve as the fiscal liaison to the Board of Directors, participating in meetings and presenting critical insights.
   

Your Team

• Direct Report: Controller
• Extended Team: Accounting Manager, Government Grants Audit & Compliance Specialist, Entitlements & Finance Coordinator

Ready to Inspire at Aspire? Apply here and bring your strategic financial leadership to a place where your work has lasting meaning.   

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Finance or Business preferred
• Minimum 8 years in senior financial leadership (nonprofit or corporate)
• Minimum 5 years managing and developing team 
• Proven success in applying corporate best practices in a nonprofit context
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
   

Leadership Competencies

• Achieves Results: Consistently delivers outcomes, even under pressure
• Builds Effective Teams: Creates inclusive, high-performing teams
• Cultivates Innovation: Champions creative and forward-thinking solutions
• Makes Quality Decisions: Exercises sound judgment to drive progress
• Tackles the Tough Issues: Communicates directly, honestly, and constructively

 Ready to Inspire at Aspire? Apply here and bring your strategic financial leadership to a place where your work has lasting meaning.  

Why Aspire?

Aspire is a mission-driven organization committed to empowering people with disabilities to live their fullest lives. We foster a collaborative, values-based culture where you can lead boldly, innovate freely, and make a real impact.

Aspire Values (POWER):

· P = We believe anything is possible 

· O = We all own it 

· W = We welcome everyone 

· E = We evolve and try new things 

· R = We build powerful relationships 

Location & Schedule

This is a hybrid role based in Hillside, IL, with an in-office presence required 3 days per week. Aspire’s central office is located at 1815 S. Wolf Road, Hillside, IL 60162.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time Pay and Benefits (37.5+ hours/week) 

• Salary range: $175,000–$200,000  
• Up to 15% annual performance bonus  
• Comprehensive benefits package:  
  • Health Insurance  
  • Benefit Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal)  
  • 13 Paid Holidays  
  • 403(B) Retirement Plan with matching  
  • Disability and Life Insurance  
  • Voluntary Insurance Plans  
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

 Ready to Inspire at Aspire?
Apply here and bring your strategic financial leadership to a place where your work has lasting meaning. 

Aspire is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace. PPE is provided and all health protocols are followed to ensure a clean and supportive environment. Aspire is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact our People Team at 708.632.5777.