Director of Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Daytona Beach, Florida. This role partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen financial reporting, support sound budget planning, and maintain compliance across grants, contracts, and regulatory obligations. The Director of Accounting will also guide day-to-day accounting functions while helping ensure accurate records, strong internal controls, and dependable payroll and reporting processes.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the creation and review of financial statements, budget-to-actual reporting, variance analysis, and other key reports needed by leadership, the board, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee financial compliance for grants and government-funded programs by maintaining supporting documentation, monitoring deadlines, and assisting with proposal budgets when needed.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and internal procedures that align with current standards, legal requirements, and nonprofit reporting expectations.
• Support federal and state tax reporting by preparing and maintaining required documentation and helping ensure timely, accurate filings.
• Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer to develop the annual operating budget and deliver recurring financial updates that highlight organizational performance.
• Supervise payroll, general ledger activity, and core accounting operations while ensuring records are complete, accurate, and properly retained.
• Provide cross-functional support for purchasing, invoicing, billing, cash receipts, and the maintenance of contract and lease records when coverage is needed.
• Review accounts payable transactions, payroll data, timesheets, and ledger postings to verify accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen financial controls.
• Contribute to audits, month-end close activities, and additional finance-related assignments that support the organization’s ongoing operational needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

• CPA designation required; an advanced degree in a related field is preferred.

• At least five years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including responsibility for financial reporting and compliance.

• Minimum of five years in a leadership or management capacity overseeing accounting staff or finance operations.

• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices, financial statement preparation, audits, and month-end close processes.

• Experience managing grant reporting, government contract compliance, and related financial documentation.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and accounting or business platforms such as Business Central, Fonteva, Salesforce, BlackLine, or similar systems.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize effectively while handling detailed work accurately.