Nonprofit Accountant: Grants & Audit Specialist | Hybrid

FICPA; Florida; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach is seeking an experienced Accountant to oversee accounting and financial operations for a $3M budget. You will manage close processes, financial reporting, budgeting, and donor-restricted funds, while supporting audits and tax filings.

The role requires nonprofit accounting experience, strong communication skills for nonfinancial audiences, and the ability to strengthen internal controls. Hybrid full-time position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; four+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel; experience with Bill.com, Gusto, Bloomerang or similar systems.
• Experience coordinating an independent financial statement audit and working with external CPA firms.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to nonfinancial audiences and strengthen internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit requirements.
• Manage monthly close, prepare financial statements and budget-to-actual reports for management.
• Develop and monitor annual operating budget, cash flow forecasts, and financial performance.
• Prepare financial reports for Board and committees with variances and trends.
• Reconcile bank, investment, and other accounts; monitor receivables and fixed assets.
• Support grant accounting, donor-restricted funds, audits, and tax filings.
• Coordinate payroll processing and 403(b) administration; manage financial systems.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication to nonfinancial audience

Cash flow monitoring

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Gusto

Bill.com

Bloomerang

Job description

The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach is seeking an experienced Accountant to oversee accounting and financial operations for a $3M budget. You will manage close processes, financial reporting, budgeting, and donor-restricted funds, while supporting audits and tax filings.

The role requires nonprofit accounting experience, strong communication skills for nonfinancial audiences, and the ability to strengthen internal controls. Hybrid full-time position with competitive compensation.