FRACTIONAL CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (Chicago) Job at Urban Warriors, Chicago, IL

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  • Urban Warriors
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Urban Warriors is a nonprofit organization based in Little Village, Chicago, committed to empowering youth through free and accessible programs in sports, wellness, multimedia, and leadership. We serve over 300 youth annually through programs such as Project 21 (Travel Baseball), Guerreras FC (all-girls soccer), Yoga PaTodos, Correcaminos (Running Club), Village Moves (Chess), and our Multimedia Program.

We address mental health, academic success, and financial literacy, and emphasize civic engagementlogging over 2,000 youth-led service hours since inception. Our funding sources include private philanthropy, state and local government contracts (e.g., DFSS, ICJIA), and individual donors. In 2024, we were awarded $1.7M in capital funds from the State of Illinois to develop a youth-led sports and arts complex.

Purpose of the RFP

Urban Warriors is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or firms to serve as a Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on a part-time contract basis. This role is critical to strengthening our financial infrastructure, supporting sustainable growth, and ensuring compliance with all funder and regulatory requirements.

Scope of Services

The Fractional CFO will work an estimated 1015 hours per week and will be responsible for:

Strategic Financial Management

Financial forecasting, planning, and analysis

Annual and multi-year budgeting

Cash flow management

Create Budget for Grant Proposals

Long-term sustainability and risk planning

Grant & Public Funding Compliance

Oversight of restricted and unrestricted funds

Allocation of expenses across funding sources (DFSS, ICJIA, etc.)

Monitoring financial reporting deadlines for grants and contracts

Monthly and quarterly reporting to Executive Director and Board

Oversight of chart of accounts and reconciliations in QuickBooks

Support for annual audit and IRS Form 990 preparation

Payroll Oversight

Supervise payroll processes through Gusto

Ensure proper classification of employees and contractors

Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws

Systems & Internal Controls

Strengthen financial controls and policies

Develop tools and dashboards for staff to track program budgets

Provide financial training to internal staff as needed

Technology Environment

Urban Warriors uses:

Gusto for payroll and HR administration

Google Workspace for internal collaboration and reporting

Familiarity with these tools is strongly preferred.

Proposal Requirements

Interested firms or individuals should submit a proposal that includes:

Cover Letter expressing interest and relevant background

Description of Services Offered, including roles and responsibilities of all personnel involved

Qualifications and Experience, especially with nonprofit organizations and public grant compliance

Experience with Payroll Oversight, including familiarity with Gusto

Proposed Fee Structure (hourly rate, monthly retainer, or other)

References from at least two nonprofit clients

Availability to begin services

Term

The initial term will be August 1, 2025 July 31, 2026, with potential for renewal.

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

Demonstrated experience with nonprofit financial management

Familiarity with public grant reporting and compliance

Capacity to supervise payroll systems

Clarity of pricing and value

Cultural fit and alignment with Urban Warriors mission

Questions about this RFP may also be submitted to the same email.

Urban Warriors is an equal opportunity employer and contracting organization. We strongly encourage proposals from BIPOC-led firms, LGBTQ+ professionals, and individuals or entities with lived experience in the communities we serve.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, For contractors, Local area,

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