Staff Accountant

Why Join United Way of Central Florida?

At United Way of Central Florida (UWCF), we believe strong communities are built on accountability, stewardship, and trust. Behind every program, partnership, and impact story is a foundation of financial integrity and operational excellence.

If you are an experienced accounting professional who values accuracy, internal controls, and mission-driven work -- and you want your financial expertise to directly support measurable community impact – you will find this role meaningful.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant plays a key professional role in ensuring the financial accuracy, compliance, and operational strength of UWCF’s accounting functions.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, this role supports general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable and receivable oversight, payroll accounting support, designation accounting, and audit preparation.

This position requires strong analytical ability, technical proficiency, attention to detail, and sound professional judgment. The Staff Accountant is evaluated based on accuracy, timeliness, adherence to accounting standards, and commitment to strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries including payroll, prepaid amortization, designations, investments, and general ledger adjustments.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, receivables, payables, credit cards, restricted and unrestricted funds, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Monitor and support accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring proper coding and donor intent compliance.
• Support payroll accounting functions including benefit allocations and functional expense tracking.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and monitor cost centers against approved budgets.
• Support grant accounting by tracking revenues and expenditures and maintaining documentation.
• Prepare audit schedules and assist with IRS Form 990 support documentation.
• Maintain cash requirement tracking and quarterly investment summaries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting procedures and internal controls.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience (nonprofit experience preferred).
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and audit preparation required.
• Fund accounting experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, complex formulas, financial modeling).
• Experience with accounting systems such as Financial Edge NXT, Blackbaud, or comparable platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High ethical standards and commitment to stewardship and confidentiality.

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