Staff Accountant

Why Join United Way of Central Florida?

United Way of Central Florida (UWCF) is a mission-driven organization grounded in accountability, stewardship, and operational excellence. Behind every program and community investment is a strong financial foundation.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant who values accuracy, strong internal controls, and continuous improvement—and who wants their work to directly support meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of UWCF’s financial operations.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, this role supports general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll accounting, and audit preparation. This position is designed for an accounting professional who wants to strengthen their technical skills, contribute to process improvements, and grow into increased responsibility over time.

This role provides hands-on exposure to full-cycle accounting in a complex, multi-funding environment. The position offers the opportunity to take on increasing ownership and responsibility as skills and experience grow.

Success in this role requires strong analytical ability, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to high-quality financial reporting and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Core Accounting & Close

Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll, prepaid expenses, investments, and general ledger adjustments

Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, receivables, payables, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts

Support month-end and year-end close processes and maintain audit-ready support

Payroll & Expense Allocation

Support payroll accounting processes, including reconciliation of payroll activity, benefits, and related liabilities

Assist with allocation of payroll and benefits across departments and programs

Financial Reporting & Budget Support

Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and variance analyses

Support the annual budget process and monitor cost centers against approved budgets

Grant & Fund Accounting

Support accounting for restricted funding and grant-related activity

Maintain supporting documentation to ensure compliance with funding requirements

Audit & Compliance

Prepare audit schedules and assist with annual audit and IRS Form 990

Maintain adherence to GAAP and internal control standards

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes and improve efficiency

Contribute to strengthening internal controls and financial workflows

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience (nonprofit experience preferred)

Strong experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close

Experience supporting audits and preparing financial schedules

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles

Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail

Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)

Experience with accounting systems such as Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT or comparable platforms

Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments

High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism

Disaster Response Expectation

All UWCF employees are considered disaster response workers and may be called upon to support emergency response efforts when community Emergency Support Functions (ESF) are activated, after ensuring personal and family safety.

Equal Employment at UWCF

United Way of Central Florida is committed to building a diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational need. Candidates must successfully complete a drug screening prior to employment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $63,000 - $68,000, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: UWCF offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities.

Join Our Team

If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional who values integrity, precision, and mission-driven impact -- we encourage you to apply.

Please send your resume to hr@uwcf.org