Senior Staff Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Oversee and coordinate all financial operations across Pace centers.

• Ensure precision and compliance with fiscal and regulatory standards.

• Supervise accounting tasks related to property, plant and equipment, investments, insurance accounts, in-kind donations, special event transactions, and specialized accounts.

• Conduct monthly account reconciliations and allocations.

• Prepare and submit agency applications, reports, reviews, and necessary documentation.

• Assist in the budget and forecasting process.

• Manage federal and state grant accounting and reporting.

• Act as a liaison between grantors and the agency.

• Process claims and invoices on a monthly and quarterly basis.

• Track accounts receivable aging.

• Prepare financial reports for grants and contracts.

• Maintain filing systems for grants and contracts.

• Suggest enhancements to accounting and reporting processes.

• Develop process documentation and controls.

• Conduct research and lead audit initiatives.

• Serve as the financial liaison for the Department of Juvenile Justice.

• Coordinate reporting for the National School Lunch Program and related grants and contracts.

• Generate reports, reviews, and recommendations based on research and analysis.

• Identify and communicate financial and compliance issues to Finance Leadership and executive management.

• Cross-train finance team members.

• Participate in training for temporary staff and new hires.

• Provide continuous improvement training on NSLP, IRS, and related projects.

• Assist with annual audits, tax returns, and periodic regulatory obligations.

• Prepare schedules and documentation for auditors.

• Manage sales and use tax returns along with other relevant returns.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or business.

• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting role.

• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting processing and reporting systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Familiarity with pertinent federal and state laws affecting not-for-profit fiscal compliance and reporting.

• Advanced analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Capability to work effectively with a diverse range of management, staff, and external vendors.

• Strong computer and internet research skills.

• Completion and participation in all required training sessions and drills.

• Alignment with Pace’s Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles.

• Adherence to ethical standards.

• Compliance with all policies and procedures at Pace Center for Girls.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries.

• Ongoing opportunities for learning and development.

• Subject-specific instructional coaching.

• 20 days of paid time off.

• 14 paid national holidays.

• An additional 5 days for wellness week.

• An extra 2 weeks of paid time off for teachers after one year of employment.

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Long-term disability coverage.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Coverage for critical illness.

• Accident coverage.

• Legal and identity theft protection.

• 403(b) retirement plan.

• Wellness rewards.

• Counseling sessions.

• Leadership coaching.

• Mindfulness resources.