Very Part-time CFO

Job Description: Chief Financial Officer

Supervised by: Assistant Director of Just Us Bridge

About us/Overview

Just Us Bridge is a state grant-funded restorative justice program from Jim Winner Professional Litigant Information Products that functions as a web based Civil Legal aid Self-Help Clinic. We are creating Illinois’ first compendium of self-help legal training created from a grassroots perspective of self-representation. We will be providing plain-language video instruction, and written materials to instruct eligible participants on actionable methods to defend against the most common consumer finance issues including, without limit, Tenants rights, Eviction Defense, Credit Card Collection, Employee Rights, Anti-Discrimination Law, and Wage Garnishments. Participants will learn the fundamentals of managing a civil case, as a defendant or plaintiff, from the complaint and answer phase, through trial. We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are passionate about the program and will ensure that resources are used effectively to assist as many eligible participants as possible!

CFO Responsibilities:

• Implement internal controls and create a risk management strategy consistent with internal control procedures
• Oversee budgeting for budget revisions
• Track expenditures against budget categories and develop a system for key staff to access updated line-item data transparently
• Ensure all projects and goals are adequately funded
• Evaluate information systems and initiate changes where needed.
• Create performance reports and monitor the correlation between various costs and meeting goals
• Balance books monthly and quarterly
• Prepare detailed monthly financial reports retroactively as needed and prospectively, including:

1. General and Subsidiary Ledger Breakdowns: Track all financial activities by funding source
2. Bank Reconciliation Statements: Detail all banking activities monthly
3. Expense Reports: Categorize all expenditures, aligning them with approved budgets
4. Income and Revenue Reports: Document all income, including program income.
5. Payroll Reports: Provide monthly payroll details, ensuring alignment with grant requirements

• Ensure compliance with audit requirements by preparing for and facilitating audit reviews.
• Create monthly internal financial presentations to maintain transparency and gather employee feedback.
• Maintain strong communication and manage changes needed for compliance and goal achievement.
• Produce the monthly electronic Periodic Financial Reports (PFR) and grant expenditure reports ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Respond to financial oversight request on time

Qualifications

• Strong Fast Starter
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area (i.e. Accounting, Political Science, Legal Studies) preferred
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (Required)
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and willingness to complete additional training
• CPA Certification preferred
• Public Accounting work experience preferred
• Tax preparation experience preferred
• Basic computer and office skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced legal environment
• Sensitive listener with ability to explain complex concepts in lay-man’s terms
• Strong self-motivation and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Must Sign NDA for interview and Contract for employment

Must own a reliable computer and have reliable internet at own expense

USA Resident Required, Chicago, Local Preferred

Compensation

Approximately $25-30/hr. and a maximum of 26 hours per month.

Position type

Remote

Part-time (approx. 20-26 hours a month)

Equal Opportunity

Professional Litigant, INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prioritize equity and inclusion in our organizational culture and hiring, and we value candidates with lived experience in the communities we serve. We welcome all applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, service in the military, or other identity factor.