VP, Finance - Hybrid

United Way Miami Inc•Miami, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

United Way Miami, Inc. (UWM) is hiring a VP, Finance to direct the day-to-day accounting operations of UWM and its subsidiaries and safeguard the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records. The position owns core accounting functions, including the general ledger, financial close and consolidation, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance, ensuring conformity with U.S. GAAP and applicable nonprofit accounting standards. The role supports the CFO by delivering timely, reliable financial information. The VP, Finance directs accounting staff and oversees the accounting cycle, financial reporting, receivables, budgeting support, audits, regulatory filings, and grant fiscal administration. The role also maintains accounting policies and procedures, strengthens internal controls, and leads the development and performance of the accounting team. The position is hybrid, with two days working from home and three days on-site. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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 accounting experience, including significant experience in a controllership or senior accounting management role.
Strong technical command of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, monthly close processes, and internal controls.
Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing accounting team.
Experience with accounting and ERP systems.
Advanced proficiency with accounting databases, financial systems, and Excel; intermediate proficiency with Outlook and Word; knowledge of modern web browsers.
Excellent accounting and financial reporting background and strong analytical skills.
Detail-oriented, able to multitask, and able to engage, assess, and hire quality and committed individuals.
Strong leadership, strategic perspective, customer service, management, and employee development skills.
Ability to engage in public speaking.

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent professional certification; additional certifications are a plus.
Familiarity with nonprofit accounting standards, including net asset classification and functional expense reporting.
Experience implementing and optimizing accounting and ERP systems.
Previous experience in a nonprofit organization or similar industry.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Direct and prioritize accounting staff activities and oversee 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 monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations are complete, accurate, and timely.
Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules, and oversee the classification of net assets and functional expenses.
Ensure transactions comply with U.S. GAAP, applicable nonprofit accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Prepare and issue accurate, timely GAAP financial statements and supporting schedules, and provide monthly financial activity reporting to team and department management.
Prepare account analyses and reconciliations, and research and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.
Review accounts receivable collection status, identify past-due accounts, direct collection efforts, correct sub-ledger information, and prepare collection tracking reports and requested analyses.
Design, implement, monitor, and enforce internal controls over financial reporting and accounting procedures to protect organizational assets.
Maintain documented accounting policies, standard operating procedures, and the chart of accounts; research and document technical accounting positions and monitor new accounting pronouncements.
Support annual and semi-annual budgeting by establishing schedules, consolidating financial data, and maintaining budget-to-actual reporting within the general ledger.
Coordinate and lead the annual financial statement audit, act as the primary liaison to external auditors, and prepare audit schedules and work papers.
Oversee regulatory and compliance reporting, including Form 990 and other tax and legal filings, and ensure grant fiscal requirements are recorded and reported properly.
Ensure the timely annual financial report and maintain proper communication with fiscal agent entities’ management.
Lead, develop, and manage a high-performing accounting team, including talent acquisition, onboarding, coaching, performance evaluation, employee development, succession planning, and corrective action.
Communicate with internal stakeholders at all organizational levels and with governance committees, volunteers, vendors, and other external constituencies.

Benefits

3 weeks or more of paid vacation; amounts may vary based on role, schedule, and years of service.
12 paid holidays.
12 paid PTO days.
Competitive health benefits package.
Wellness program reimbursements up to $50 per month.
Short-term disability at no cost.
Life insurance and AD&D coverage of 2 times annual salary at no cost.
Employee Assistance Program.
Retirement plan with up to 6% employer funding.
Professional development opportunities.
Discounted on-site early childhood care.
Tuition assistance for an early education degree.
Free monthly transit card.
Formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges.