Accountant

One Hundred Miles is dedicated to preserving and protecting Georgia’s 100-mile coast through advocacy, education, and community engagement. We are currently recruiting for a contract accountant to support our growing organization.

In this role, the contract accountant will work with senior leadership and oversee One Hundred Miles' day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, auditing, reporting, forecasting, and compliance. This role manages and maintains QuickBooks, including accounts, payroll, and donations; processes accounts payable; and ensures internal operations are secure and adhere to accounting principles and local and federal tax regulations.

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

1.    Financial Record Keeping

a.    Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including the organizational budget, granting and allocation programs, endowments, and any restricted grants or funds.

b.    Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting principles and standards.

c.     Implement and oversee internal controls for financial transactions.

d.    Coordinate the preparation of OHM’s annual audit and Form 990 and other financial reports in conjunction with the Board Finance Committee.

2.    Budgeting and Financial Reporting

a.    Develop and manage annual and five-year budgets.

b.    Forecast future financial needs and trends.

c.     Analyze and present financial information, including endowment financials, accurately and in a timely manner to leadership and board members.

d.    Prepare and report monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

e.    Work with the VP of Philanthropy on grant reports as needed.

3.    Accounts Management

a.    Oversee and manage accounts payable and receivable processes.

b.    Reconcile monthly bank and investment account statements and prepare financial reports.

c.     Work with the President and CEO to manage cash flow and optimize working capital.

4.    Donation Management

a.    Process and record incoming donations.

b.    Ensure proper allocation of restricted and unrestricted funds.

c.     Partner with the fundraising team to ensure aligned donation tracking between QuickBooks and Salesforce (donation CRM).

5.    Compliance and Accountability

a.    Coordinate and lead the annual audit process with the external audit firm.

b.    Gather and prepare necessary documentation and reports for the annual audit.

c.     Work with senior leadership to implement recommendations from audit findings.

d.    Ensure timely filing of tax returns and other required financial reports.

e.    Stay up to date on relevant tax laws and regulations.

6.    Financial software management

a.    Maintain and optimize QuickBooks, including recommending improvements to accounting processes and software.

b.    Ensure data integrity and security of financial information.

c.     Process payroll, including working with the VP of Operations on benefit deductions, including 401(K) deductions, and staff paid time off.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Required: Minimum of four years of experience in accounting, preferably non-profit accounting, including nonprofit fundraising accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency with QuickBooks, Excel, and excellent computer skills.
• Strong finance skills with attention to detail, organized, ability to follow through, and work independently.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to be flexible and work with diverse personalities and stakeholders.
• Proficient in budget development/management and financial analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to make timely decisions and work effectively under pressure.
• Capable of exercising sound judgement and maintaining confidentiality.

This contract-based role may involve occasional travel to our Brunswick or Savannah, GA offices. We are seeking a candidate with a passion for the nonprofit sector and an appreciation for the Georgia Coast. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover (one combined PDF file is preferred) describing their qualifications and interest in the position to HR@onehundredmiles.org.

Submissions must have a cover letter to be considered. Due to the volume of applicants, only those who best match the position requirements will be contacted. EOE.