Accounting Director

First Naples Church; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

First Naples Church in Naples, Florida is seeking an Accounting Director to lead the accounting operations. This role requires oversight of financial accuracy and accountability across the organization, ensuring proper financial reporting and analysis.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, five years of experience in accounting leadership, and preferably a CPA. The position offers a full-time engagement with numerous benefits, including paid time off and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree minimum, and five years of accounting leadership.
• Fund or church accounting experience preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and oversight for accounting operations.
• Prepare financial reports for leadership and auditors.
• Manage day-to-day financial functions and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership of accounting team

Proficiency in accounting software

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Five years of accounting leadership experience

Job description

ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR

• Department: Finance
• Reports to: Executive Pastor
• Job Status: Full Time
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Summary

The Accounting Director provides leadership and oversight for all accounting operations at First Naples and satellite campuses. This role oversees the day-to-day execution of all accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy, integrity, and accountability across the organization. In addition, this leader delivers clear, timely, and meaningful financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting that equips leadership and the finance committee to make informed, strategic decisions.

General Responsibilities

• Works in coordination with First Naples' overall goals and objectives.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Integrity

• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and integrity of all accounting records and reporting
• Oversee internal accounting controls, policies, and audit readiness
• Prepare financial reports for leadership, the finance committee, and auditors

Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Provide timely, accurate financial reporting to leadership and committee members
• Deliver clear analysis, forecasts, and scenario modeling
• Ensure financial information is understandable and actionable for non-financial leaders
• Identify risks and opportunities early and communicate them clearly

Financial Operations

• Oversee day-to-day financial functions, including payables and expenses
• Manage vendor relationships, banking partners, and cash flow
• Administer investment policies and ensure responsible use of financial resources
• Maintain and improve financial systems and processes

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the accounting team
• Set clear expectations and ensure strong accountability

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead Accountant
• Accounting Associate

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to lead two or more paid staff. This person must have proficiency in accounting software, reporting, and accounting best practices.

Education and Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree minimum, and five years of accounting leadership. Fund or church accounting experience preferred. CPA preferred.

Language Skills

The individual must have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work with a diverse group of people, and communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrating tact and diplomacy. The individual must have the ability to understand written or oral instructions; read, analyze and interpret complex documents, instructions manuals, policies and procedures is essential.

Computer and Mathematical Skills

The individual must have demonstrated technical ability and be able to use systems to complete tasks. The individual must be able to read, analyze and interpret complex financial information and spreadsheets.

Reasoning Ability

The ability to simultaneously conceptualize and plan multiple tasks; project outcomes using different implementation strategies; and apply creative and innovative thinking to problem situations is required. The ability to work effectively and efficiently under stressful conditions to ensure deadlines are met is essential.