Accounting Manager

Pace Center for Girls I Do Matter•Jacksonville, FL

41d•Remote

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees Pace’s day-to-day accounting operations and supports the financial stewardship of an organization with an annual budget of approximately $50 million. Reporting to the Controller, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, grant and donor requirements, and applicable regulations. The Accounting Manager leads the accounting team and partners across the organization to strengthen financial processes and provide timely information that supports sound decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two to three years of supervisory or management experience.
Experience with financial reporting, general ledger management, month-end and year-end close, audit preparation, and internal controls.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as Multiview, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
Strong financial analysis, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Must reside in Florida or Georgia
Required to align with the Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles, maintain ethical standards, and comply with all policies and procedures of Pace Center for Girls
This position requires a Level II pre-employment background screening pursuant to Chapters 435, 984, 985 and 943, Florida Statutes, and the Department of Juvenile Justice policy and procedures.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred
Experience with nonprofit accounting, grants management, restricted funds, and nonprofit financial reporting strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, fixed assets, payroll accounting, and treasury activities.
Lead monthly and year-end close processes and review journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
Monitor financial results and departmental budgets, investigate significant variances, and provide financial analysis and reporting to organizational leaders.
Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for executive leadership and Board committees.
Oversee banking activities, cash management, electronic payments, wire transfers, and other disbursements in accordance with internal controls.
Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, organizational policies, grant and donor requirements, and applicable regulations.
Oversee accounting and reporting for grants, donor-restricted funds, and program-specific funding, partnering with program leaders to support grant compliance and reimbursement requirements.
Serve as a primary liaison for external auditors and coordinate audit schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation.
Support Form 990, Single Audit, Form 1099 reporting, and other required financial and regulatory filings.
Maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures and identify opportunities to reduce risk and strengthen financial operations.
Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members, establishing clear expectations and supporting performance, cross-training, and continuity of operations.
Evaluate accounting processes and implement technology and workflow improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.
Support financial system upgrades, implementations, integrations, and other initiatives that strengthen Pace’s financial infrastructure.
Build strong working relationships with program leaders, executive leadership, auditors, grantors, and external partners.
Provide timely and accurate financial information and analysis to support organizational decision-making and stewardship of resources.
Respond to financial information requests and provide responsive, collaborative service to internal and external stakeholders.
Performs other duties as assigned