Accounting Director

Florida State Elks Association; Umatilla (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIMPLE IRA with Company Matching up to 3%

Group Health Insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

Group Term Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Umatilla, FL is seeking an Accounting Director. The role involves overseeing accounting tasks and maintaining financial records for the organization. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in non-profit accounting and preferably a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 - $115,000 and benefits such as group health insurance and a SIMPLE IRA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience with non-profit accounting.
• Experience in public accounting and/or auditing is a plus.
• Familiarity with various software platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the Finance department.
• Oversee and maintain financial records.
• Prepare monthly journal entries.

Skills

Non-profit accounting

Public accounting

Software platforms experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license

Tools

Charity Engine

Blackbaud

Job description

Overview

The Accounting Director reports directly to the State Secretary of the FSEA and serves as a member of the senior management team. He/she participates with the board of directors and other management staff in charting the direction of the organization, assuring its accountability to all constituencies, and ensuring its effective operation.

Role: The primary role of the Accounting Director is to oversee the day-to-day accounting tasks and activities for the FSEA and its five affiliate, non-profit corporations.

Why Consider This Opportunity

Working for the Florida State Elks Association means joining a mission-driven organization that makes a difference. Every role contributes to improving the lives of children and veterans across Florida, creating a sense of purpose and community impact. FSEA fosters a supportive culture with flexible schedules and a healthy work-life balance. Staff benefit from state-of-the-art offices and the Florida Elks Youth Camp and Conference Center.

Classification and Salary

Classification: Exempt

Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000

Benefits

• SIMPLE IRA with Company Matching up to 3%
• Group Health Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation

Location and Schedule

Location: The Accounting Director position is full-time, with office space at the FSEA offices on the Florida Elks Youth Camp campus, approximately 7.5 miles west of Umatilla, FL.

Organization

The Florida State Elks Association is an association of the 89 Elks Lodges in Florida formed to aid in protecting the interests of the Order of Elks, exchange beneficial ideas, and operate major charitable projects. It coordinates activities of member Lodges, conducts quarterly board and membership meetings, and oversees its affiliate, non-profit corporations.

Scope: The Florida State Elks Association, Inc. is the controlling 501(c)(8) entity of a group of subsidiary 501(c)(3) non-profit corporations, including Florida Elks Children’s Therapy Services, Inc. (FECTS).

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership in the Finance department through supervision and backup coverage for accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
• Oversee and maintain financial records for the FSEA and its subsidiary companies.
• Prepare and draft monthly journal entries.
• File sales and use tax as required monthly.
• Complete bank reconciliations for all companies.
• Assist in annual budget preparation for all companies.
• Assist with and provide information for the annual audit.
• Report on the financial status of each entity at the quarterly board meetings.
• Attend and report at HAIF investment seminars in April and October.
• Prepare monthly giving reports for the HAIF, Florida Ladies of Elks and Sustaining Donors.
• Complete special projects and initiatives, as needed, and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience with non-profit accounting.
• Experience in public accounting and/or auditing is a plus.
• Experience with various software platforms including Charity Engine and Blackbaud.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA license is a plus.

Other

• Bi-weekly pay.
• Because of the collaborative nature of our work environment there may be other tasks assigned.

Seniorities and Job Functions

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Non-profit Organization Management

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