Senior Foundation Accounting Analyst in Tampa, Florida at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center

Position Highlights:

The Senior Foundation Accounting Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity, stewardship, and transparency of Foundation funds that support lifesaving research, patient care, and institutional priorities. Reporting to the Director of Foundation Finance, this role serves as a trusted financial partner—overseeing fund accounting, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance across a diverse portfolio of philanthropic funds.

This position is ideal for an experienced accounting or finance professional who enjoys deep analysis, complex reconciliations, systems‑driven work, and collaboration across finance, research, and development teams—all while supporting a mission that truly matters.

Select Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee the Foundation accounting subledger to ensure accurate and timely fund balances.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and fund/account analyses in accordance with GAAP and Foundation policies.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end fund balance reporting, including dissemination to clinical, research, and administrative stakeholders.
• Research discrepancies between donor systems and accounting records, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage and monitor Foundation funds and sub‑accounts to ensure proper use in alignment with donor intent and institutional guidelines.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial dashboards, analytical reports, and reconciliation tools to support transparency and decision‑making.
• Collaborate with Development Operations, Accounting, Research Finance, and other internal partners to improve fund management processes and financial controls.
• Review and approve requests for fund distributions, serving as a financial advisor to internal account officers.
• Assist with preparation for audits, IRS Form 990, endowment interest allocations, and internal compliance reviews.
• Support forecasting, trend analysis, and strategic financial planning initiatives tied to philanthropic funds.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of annual department operational budget.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial stewardship and reporting efficiency.

Credentials and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, or financial analysis.
• Strong experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and resolve discrepancies.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial systems.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and internal controls.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively with non‑finance stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare accounting environments.
• Prior experience supporting philanthropic or restricted funds.
• Experience with donor and accounting systems such as Raiser’s Edge and/or Financial Edge.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance reporting, and financial governance.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and process‑improvement mindset.