VP, Accounting & Controller- Hybrid

Socket.dev; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3+ weeks vacation

12 holidays

12 PTO days

Health benefits

Wellness reimbursements

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Retirement plan 6% employer funding

Professional development

On-site child care discount

Tuition assistance

Transit card

Job summary

United Way Miami, Inc. is seeking a VP, Accounting & Controller to lead the organization’s accounting operations across the parent and subsidiaries. The role focuses on financial health, reporting accuracy, compliance, and operational finance in a nonprofit setting.

You will partner with the CFAO on strategic initiatives and oversee a small finance team. The position requires a CPA or equivalent and deep GAAP knowledge, with extensive leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, cash reconciliation, A/P/ A/R, grants, and fiscal agent services.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for management.
• Lead annual budget cycles and grant financial administration.
• Coordinate annual audit process and regulatory reporting.
• Develop and coach a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Salary Range: The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications

Hybrid Schedule: 2 days from home and 3 days on-site

Benefits (The Good Stuff)

• 3 WKS+ Vacation Paid*
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 12 PTO Paid Days
• Competitive Health Benefits Package
• Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
• Short Term Disability at NO COST
• Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care
• Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
• Free Monthly Transit Card

Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!

United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a VP, Accounting & Controller to join our team. As VP, Accounting & Controller, will manage the UWM and subsidiaries’ accounting operations and ensure good organizational financial health. This position oversees the core financial functions, including accounting, reporting, compliance, and operational finance, with alignment to strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership and technical expertise to manage financial activities and partner closely with the CFAO on strategic initiatives.

UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and prioritize the activities of the finance and accounting staff. Responsible for the general ledger, cash and investments reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, collections, revenue recognition, grant fiscal administration, and fiscal agent services. Ensure the timely and correctness of all general ledger entries by compiling and analyzing asset and liability account information; maintain fixed asset register and depreciation records. Review cash reconciliation and maintain proper cash flow analysis with expected funding needs. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all financial transactions while ensuring compliance with GAPP and regulations.
• Prepare all financial reports; provide monthly detailed analysis of financial activity to team and department management, including proper tracking of respective revenues and expenses. Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, efficiencies, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Review the collection status of all accounts receivable. Identify past due accounts and direct collection efforts; ensure adjustments to the sub-ledger to correct account information; prepare collection tracking reports and special analysis requested by donors, management, and volunteers.
• Protect the organization’s assets by establishing, monitoring, improving, and enforcing internal controls and procedures. Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and standard operating procedures. Optimize financial systems, tools, and processes to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Prepare organizational annual and semi-annual budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; and recommending revenue and expense plans.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors. Oversee regulatory reporting, including all required planning and compliance, and ensure proper preparation of all tax and other legal annual requirements. Support the fiscal aspects of grant funding.
• Responsible for the timely annual financial report. Maintain proper communication with the fiscal agent entities’ management.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering professional growth and accountability.
• Responsible for the supervision of subordinate employees, including training, developing, measuring performance, disciplining, and directing tasks. Has the authority to hire, transfer, promote, compensate, or terminate subordinate employees or recommend such actions.

Requirements

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification, and additional certifications, are a plus.

Experience Requirements: 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with a track record of success in leadership roles. Strong understanding of GAAP, financial analysis, and risk management principles.Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team. Experience with financial systems and ERP platforms, with a preference for implementation and optimization expertise. Previous experience in a nonprofit organization or a similar industry is highly desirable but not required.

Technology Requirements: Advanced Accounting databases, financial systems, and Excel, Intermediate Outlook and Word; Knowledge of modern web browsers.

Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Must have an excellent financial management background with good analytical skills. Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task; able to engage, assess, and hire quality and committed individuals with the ability to provide leadership and contribute a strategic perspective. Strong customer service, management, and development skills are required, as well as the ability to engage in public speaking. The Spanish language is not a requirement, but helpful.

Career Growth: We encourage you to grow through formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.