Manager of Legislative & Political Affairs

Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

11 Holidays

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Half Day Fridays

Job summary

Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants seeks a Manager of Legislative & Political Affairs to lead advocacy and legislative activities in Tallahassee. Reporting to the Chief External Affairs Officer, you will track bills, prepare summaries, and coordinate materials to support the advocacy team while guiding PAC fundraising and compliance.

You’ll provide strategic input, assist with communications plans, and help organize CPA Day at the Capitol and related events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in communications, public relations, marketing, business administration or related field.
• Three to five years of professional experience in fundraising, communications, grassroots advocacy, legislative lobbying, public administration, or business administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advocacy and legislative activities in collaboration with the Chief External Affairs Officer.
• Track and summarize legislation; coordinate written and communications materials for the advocacy team.
• Administer PAC fundraising activities and ensure compliance with Florida campaign finance laws.
• Provide strategic input to leadership and assist with communications strategy and materials.

Skills

Strong initiative, analytical

Critical thinking

Public speaking

Fundraising

Public relations

Research

Communication (verbal & written)

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, business administration or related field

Job description

Description

The Manager of Legislative & Political Affairs is a key part of the FICPA's governmental affairs program. This highly responsible position works directly with the Chief External Affairs Officer and director in developing and implementing the FICPA’s advocacy and legislative activities. The role will focus on managing and executing key legislative activities such as bill review, tracking, compiling summaries, coordinating other written and communications materials to support the advocacy team, assisting with fundraising campaigns, and administration and compliance of the Florida CPA Political Action Committee (PAC).

Requirements

• At the direction and discretion of the director and CEAO, as needed, this position may serve as a registered lobbyist as part of the FICPA advocacy team.
• Manages daily tracking, monitoring, and calendaring of FICPA legislation of interest and amendments.
  • Examples may include reviewing each filed bill for tracking, calendaring when a tracked bill is in committee, and reviewing amendments filed to tracked bills.
• Responsible for managing activities and issues of the four Florida CPA Political Action Committees (PAC) including, meeting administration, managing compliance with Florida campaign finance laws, and the filing of Florida Division of Elections political committee reports.
• Manages the daily/weekly monitoring and implementation of fundraising strategies for the Florida CPA/PAC, providing frequent updates to the director and CEAO.
• Assists with the implementation of FICPA’s lobby activities.
• Supports activities related to the administration of standing committees, task forces, and the FICPA Key Person Contact Program
• Assists with planning and execution of the annual CPA Day at the Capitol and other advocacy meetings and events as needed.
• Remains current and informed of events and the Florida legislative and political process.
• Provides key strategic, legislative, and political input and advice to CEAO, director, and FICPA leadership.
• Provides administrative support to CEAO and Tallahassee Office such as calendar and travel reimbursements.
• Assists CEAO and director in developing and implementing a communications strategy to further advocacy efforts.
  • Responsible for coordinating and compiling legislative communications.
  • Proactively developing articles, weekly summaries, advocacy updates, video updates of CEAO.
  • Writes copy for letters/emails to members.
  • Manages the process of proofreading and editing documents and emails.
  • Develops PowerPoints, letters, reports, and other governmental affairs communications.
• Assist with other duties needed to help drive the vision of the FICPA, fulfill its mission, and abide by our organization’s values.

Education Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, business administration or related field is preferred.
• Three to five years of professional experience in fundraising, communications, grassroots advocacy, legislative lobbying, public administration, or business administration; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Experience and Competencies

• Experience working in Legislature, for a legislator, governor’s office, campaigns and or fundraising strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Florida government, Florida Division of Elections, fundraising, Florida campaign finance law, and the legislative process
• Strong initiative, analytical, and critical thinking.
• Public speaking, fundraising, public relations, conducting research, and problem solving.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, work under pressure and time constraints, and work well with people.

Essential Physical Skills

• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic/mobile device functions for data collection, and use a keyboard/computer, printer, fax, copier.
• Able to receive and act on detailed information through oral and written communication.
• Must apply finger dexterity, sufficient corrected or uncorrected vision, hearing, oral communication and critical thinking on a regular basis to perform all duties and responsibilities.
• Requires extended periods of sitting, working on the computer, and using electronic telephone devices.
• Ability to travel via car.
• May frequently be required to stand, walk, and occasionally use arms and hands to reach.
• Regular on-site, physical attendance may be required in multiple locations, settings, and venues.
• May also require occasional lifting and carrying of 10-20 pounds.
• Must be able to work in the primary workplace location to ensure appropriate cooperation and collaboration with coworkers in an in-person capacity to best ensure support to the Association’s membership.

We respect your life inside and outside of the organization. We foster a flexible, supportive environment that empowers our team members to reach their professional potential and prioritize their personal happiness. We strive to bring in individuals who are looking to build on our legacy with people who put the team first.

Our future-focused leadership is transforming how professional associations deliver on their mission. Through innovation, communication, and collaboration, we’re helping shape the future of the CPA profession. By identifying and maximizing our individual talents, we’re ascending to heights we can only reach together.

That’s why, at the FICPA, we’re serious when we say, we put people first.

Sneak Peek at our Benefits

Half Day Friday's; 100% Paid Employee Only Health Insurance + Dependent coverage contribution; Dental Insurance; 401K w/Employer Matching; Paid Time Off; 11 Holidays; Life Insurance; Long Term Disability; and Flexible Spending Accounts.

The FICPA is a Drug Free Workplace. Final applicants will be required to successfully pass pre-employment skills testing and a background investigation consisting of criminal history, employment, education, personal and professional references, as well as a drug screening.

To learn more about the FICPA, please visit our website at www.ficpa.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The FICPA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.