VP, Accounting and Controller- Hybrid

United Way Miami•Miami, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a VP, Accounting & Controller to join their team. As VP, Accounting & Controller, this role will direct the day-to-day accounting operations of UWM and its subsidiaries, and safeguard the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records. This position owns the core accounting functions including general ledger, financial close and consolidation, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance ensuring conformity with U.S. GAAP and applicable nonprofit accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership and deep technical accounting expertise to manage the accounting cycle, strengthen the internal control environment, and support the CFO in delivering timely, reliable financial information.

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.
10 years of progressive experience in accounting, including significant experience in a controllership or senior accounting management role.
Strong technical command of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, the monthly close, and internal controls; familiarity with nonprofit accounting standards (net asset classification and functional expense reporting) strongly preferred.
Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing accounting team.
Experience with accounting and ERP systems, with a preference for implementation and optimization expertise.
Advanced Accounting databases, financial systems and Excel, Intermediate Outlook and Word; Knowledge of modern web browsers.
Must have an excellent accounting and financial reporting background with strong analytical skills.
Must be detail-oriented and able to multitask; able to engage, assess, and hire quality and committed individuals with the ability to provide leadership and contribute strategic perspective.
Strong customer service, management, and development skills required, as well as the ability to engage in public speaking.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification, and additional certifications, are a plus.
Previous experience in a nonprofit organization or a similar industry is highly desirable but not required.
Spanish language not a requirement but helpful.

Responsibilities

Direct and prioritize the activities of the accounting staff and own the day-to-day accounting operations, including the general ledger, cash and investment reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, collections, revenue recognition, grant fiscal administration, and fiscal agent services.
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring all journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations are complete, accurate, and recorded on a timely basis.
Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules and oversee the accurate classification of net assets and functional expenses.
Ensure all transactions comply with U.S. GAAP, applicable nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Prepare and issue accurate, timely financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP; provide monthly reporting of financial activity to team and department management, including proper tracking and reconciliation of respective revenues and expenses.
Prepare account analyses and reconciliations that support the integrity of the financial statements, and research and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.
Review 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 designing, implementing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls over financial reporting and accounting procedures.
Maintain a documented system of accounting policies, standard operating procedures, and the chart of accounts.
Research and document technical accounting positions and ensure the organization’s accounting practices keep pace with new and evolving accounting pronouncements.
Support the annual and semi-annual budgeting process by establishing schedules and consolidating financial data and maintain accurate budget-to-actual reporting within the general ledger.
Coordinate and lead the annual financial statement audit, serving as the primary liaison to external auditors and preparing the required audit schedules and work papers.
Oversee regulatory and compliance reporting, including Form 990 and other tax and legal filings, and ensure the fiscal requirements of grant funding are properly recorded and reported.
Responsible for the timely annual financial report.
Maintain proper communication with fiscal agent entities’ management.
Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering professional growth and accountability.
Provides strategic leadership and oversight by building, developing, and managing a high-performing team.
Responsible for talent acquisition, onboarding, coaching, performance evaluation, employee development, succession planning, and corrective action.
Exercises good judgment in personnel decisions, in accordance with organizational policies.