Accountant

Accountant Job Title :

Accountant Location:

Sarasota, FL Employment Type:

Full-Time Reports To :

Vice President of Finance About Us We are a mission-driven nonprofit organization serving 10 counties across Southwest Florida , stewarding resources responsibly so our programs can create meaningful, measurable community impact. With an annual operating budget of approximately $6 million, strong governance, and a collaborative leadership team, we value transparency, accountability, and sound financial management in everything we do. We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accountant who believes that strong financial stewardship is essential to advancing mission. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys hands-on accounting work, values accuracy and integrity, and wants to contribute their expertise to a stable, purpose-driven organization. Who You Are You are a confident and capable accounting professional who takes pride in precision, compliance, and clarity. You enjoy being the go-to expert for financial operations and thrive in a role where autonomy, trust, and accountability go hand in hand. You believe financial stewardship is critical to nonprofit impact. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable. You enjoy owning processes end to end and improving them over time. You communicate clearly with both financial and non-financial colleagues. You value collaboration, professionalism, and mission alignment. You prefer a technically focused role over managing a large team. What You Will Do Lead Accounting & Financial Reporting Manage the general ledger and monthly and year-end close processes. Prepare timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Maintain fund accounting for restricted and unrestricted funds. Track, reconcile, and report grant and donor-restricted funding. Support budget monitoring, forecasting, and variance analysis. Ensure Compliance & Audit Readiness Maintain compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and grant requirements. Serve as primary contact for the annual audit and prepare supporting schedules. Assist with Form 990 preparation and other regulatory filings. Maintain strong internal controls, policies, and documentation. Manage Cash, Systems & Processes Perform bank and account reconciliations and cash flow reporting. Maintain and optimize accounting systems and workflows. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and risk management. Partner with program and development teams to provide financial insight. Role Scope Individual contributor role (no direct reports).

Operating budget:

approximately $6 million annually.

Team environment:

collaborative, professional, and mission-focused. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles. Experience with audits, internal controls, and financial reporting. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Preferred Nonprofit, healthcare, education, or government accounting experience. CPA or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. Experience with fund accounting and grant compliance. Why You'll Love Working Here You'll support a mission that creates real, lasting community impact. You'll work with a stable organization and experienced leadership. Competitive salary and benefits for a Sarasota-area nonprofit. Clear expectations, realistic workloads, and strong governance. A lifestyle-friendly role with long-term career stability. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.