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Base pay range

$210,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OPPORTUNITY AT THE CHICAGO CLUB

The Chicago Club, one of the nation's most historic and distinguished private clubs, is seeking a dynamic and experienced financial executive to serve as its next Chief Financial Officer. This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate, high-performing team during a pivotal period of growth and refinement. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical and strategic expertise, a collaborative mindset, and an “all-hands-in” approach to supporting operations. The Club is looking for a finance leader who will serve as a trusted partner, guiding the organization forward with clarity, integrity, and a genuine enthusiasm for excellence, someone committed to best-in-class delivery who takes pride in supporting both the team and a prestigious membership with thoughtful, service-oriented leadership.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER POSITION OVERVIEW

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a critical member of the senior leadership team, responsible for guiding the financial health and long-term fiscal planning of The Chicago Club. Reporting directly to the General Manager/COO, the CFO is a strategic thought partner, helping the leadership team make sound, data-informed decisions across all departments.

The CFO must be hands-on, approachable, and visible, someone who naturally builds trust engages with department heads, and becomes an integral part of the day-to-day operations. This is not a back-office role; the CFO will lead frequent variance meetings, help managers interpret financial results, answer questions in real time, and make financial data accessible and understandable.

This position requires a strong communicator with exceptional presentation skills and the gravitas to confidently engage with a sophisticated membership. The CFO must be a steady, detail-oriented leader with the confidence to offer financial guidance while remaining open-minded, curious, and collaborative. The individual in this role will be expected to maintain timely, accurate, and transparent records; strengthen internal controls; provide sound forecasting; and ensure that all department heads have the financial tools and support they need to make informed decisions. The CFO will manage all accounting functions, oversee the third-party IT vendor relationship, and ensure that internal systems are aligned with operational needs.

This is an exciting time at The Chicago Club. The team is energized, forward-looking, and passionate about making things happen. The CFO will be a key contributor to that momentum, someone who shares that same energy and is ready to grow with the team.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Able to develop trust and financial credibility with both management and club governance
• Leadership with the desire to mentor
• Strategic thinking and natural “thought partner” style
• Hands-on and results-driven
• Business acumen with strong “dashboard” and KPI/metric focus
• Decision-making ability
• Strong and naturally collaborative style
• Team-centric
• Inclusive and values diversity
• Systems and automation-driven

LEGAL AFFAIRS AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

• Create & sustain productive banking, insurance, & contractual relationships and liaise with related third parties.
• Evaluate and oversee risk management and insurance issues.
• Lead and manage technology investments, policies, and contract vendors.
• Assess, create, and implement streamlined solutions to support operational effectiveness and provide timely and accurate reporting, reimbursements, etc.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with 501c7 and 501c3 non-for-profits
• Experience with construction and renovation projects
• Experience with commercial and retail leasing
• Experience with administration of 401k and defined benefit retirement plans
• Demonstrated strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team-oriented and able to meet deadlines
• Charismatic, influential leadership with the ability to mentor and lead others
• Gravitas and confidence to communicate financial insights to highly accomplished C-suite level members and Board leadership
• Collaborative and service-minded, with a “no task too small” approach & willingness to support all areas.
• Highly strategic with strong financial modeling skills; capable of modernizing and improving internal processes and productivity
• A visible, approachable presence across the organization, earning trust and sharing knowledge to elevate departmental performance
• Technology-savvy, with the ability to quickly learn club-specific systems and manage a third-party IT vendor effectively

EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university with a concentration in Finance or Accounting.
• 10+ years of professional finance/accounting experience with a minimum of 3+ years at a Controller/Staff Accountant level.
• CPA and/or MBA a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitality, Hotels and Motels, and Restaurants

Featured Benefits

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

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