We are looking for an experienced Grant Manager/Accounting Manager to lead financial operations and support the long-term fiscal health of a non-profit school DOWNTOWN Miami, Florida. This role oversees core accounting functions, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and asset stewardship while providing leadership across key financial processes. The position also supports a statewide children's health program and helps ensure leadership and the board receive accurate, timely financial insight for decision-making. This person will report to the CFO. THIS IS AN ONSITE POSITION.
Responsibilities:
• Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, payroll, bank reconciliations, grant budgeting, and month-end close to maintain accurate financial records.
• Lead the organization’s annual budgeting cycle, including planning, forecasting, and monitoring performance against financial targets.
• Manage preparation of financial reports and coordinate external audit activities to ensure statements are completed in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Oversee financial administration related to the Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program and support the provider network tied to program operations.
• Review contracts, grant submissions, and proposals to evaluate financial impact, funding requirements, and compliance considerations.
• Develop, update, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to strengthen operational consistency and financial oversight.
• Monitor investment and endowment activity, grant compliance, and regulatory obligations to safeguard organizational assets.
• Supervise invoice coding, payroll processing, and related accounting workflows while addressing issues that affect accuracy or timeliness.
• Prepare clear financial analyses and management reports for senior leadership and the board to support strategic planning and informed decisions.
QUALIFIED AND INTERESTED CANDIDATES PLEASE APPLY AND REACH OUT TO STEFANIE FURNISS 786-897-7903
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of experience preparing financial statements in a management or supervisory accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial statement audits.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and report preparation.
• Familiarity with grant accounting and federal grant oversight; nonprofit or healthcare-related experience is preferred.
• Ability to interpret contracts, legal documents, and compliance requirements with sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools; experience with Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge, or comparable platforms is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; bilingual English/Spanish skills, discretion with confidential information, and successful completion of background checks and required pre-employment screening are preferred or required as applicable.