Nonprofit Accounting Specialist - Process Improvement

Everforward; South Pasadena (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforward in St. Petersburg, Florida is seeking a dedicated Accounting Specialist to support and enhance the nonprofit's financial operations. This on-site role focuses on accrual-based accounting, financial analysis, and implementing improved processes to drive efficiency.

You will manage payables/receivables, payroll, reconciliations, GL maintenance, and grant reporting, while supporting audits and month-end/year-end closes. A strong analytical mindset and detail orientation are essential.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping experience.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and financial reporting processes.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online strongly preferred.
• Experience with Paylocity or similar payroll systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
• Demonstrated ability to assess existing processes and implement more efficient solutions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable with accuracy and efficiency.
• Process biweekly payroll in coordination with senior leadership and HR.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations, including accruals and adjusting journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, chart of accounts, class coding, and allocations in QuickBooks.
• Maintain tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds, grants, and program allocations.
• Prepare grant-related financial reports and support donor compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end closes and provide documentation for audits.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analyses for leadership and board.
• Develop, revise, and document SOPs to enhance consistency and scalability.

Skills

Accrual accounting

Excel

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Payroll system troubleshooting

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Paylocity

Job description

Everforward in St. Petersburg, Florida is seeking a dedicated Accounting Specialist to support and enhance the nonprofit's financial operations. This on-site role focuses on accrual-based accounting, financial analysis, and implementing improved processes to drive efficiency.

You will manage payables/receivables, payroll, reconciliations, GL maintenance, and grant reporting, while supporting audits and month-end/year-end closes. A strong analytical mindset and detail orientation are essential.