Accounting Manager in Orlando, Florida at Hope and Help Center of Central Florida Inc

Accounting Services Manager

Hope & Help of Central Florida is seeking an experienced Accounting Services Manager to provide leadership and oversight of the organization’s accounting operations.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position oversees key accounting functions and helps ensure financial operations, reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and compliance activities are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, hands-on management experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. Experience with nonprofit accounting and grant-funded programs is highly valued, although candidates with strong accounting management experience and the ability to learn nonprofit and grant requirements are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities
Oversee core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash reconciliations, capital assets, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Compile, analyze, and present financial reports for management and external stakeholders.
Assist with organizational and program budgets and monitor budget-to-actual performance.
Maintain effective accounting processes, policies, internal controls, and compliance practices.
Support financial management and reporting associated with grant-funded programs.
Ensure fiscal records are accurate and maintained in accordance with organizational requirements and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Coordinate internal and external audits, including preparation of financial records, schedules, and supporting documentation.
Support timely month-end, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, improve efficiency, and implement automation.
Provide accounting guidance and technical support to organizational leadership and departments.
Support the CFO with special projects and financial initiatives.
Supervise and develop accounting staff through goal setting, delegation, training, coaching, and performance management.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
Minimum of five years of related professional accounting or finance experience.
At least 1–2 years of managerial or supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, internal controls, and audit practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial information and identify discrepancies and trends.
Proficiency with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, and financial data-management tools.
Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and appropriately manage sensitive and confidential financial information.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with nonprofit accounting.
Experience working with grants, grant-funded programs, grant accounting, or related financial reporting and compliance requirements.
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.
Experience leading accounting process improvements or financial-system implementations.
Bilingual skills.
What Success Looks Like

The successful Accounting Services Manager will:

Maintain accurate, timely, and reliable accounting operations.
Support effective budgeting and financial decision-making.
Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.
Help ensure compliance with applicable financial and grant requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
Develop and support a high-performing accounting team.
Build effective working relationships with leadership, staff, auditors, funders, and other stakeholders.
Position Details

Employment Status: Regular, Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Finance
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Supervisory Responsibility: Yes
Work Location: On-Site

About Hope & Help

Hope & Help of Central Florida is a nonprofit organization committed to serving our community through compassionate, accessible, and high-quality programs and services. Our team works collaboratively to support the organization’s mission while maintaining accountability, integrity, and responsible stewardship of our resources.

Hope & Help of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all qualified applicants and employees.