United Way of Northwest Florida (UWNWFL) is hiring an FINANCE SPECIALIST. This position is responsible for managing the day to day finances of UWNWFL.  Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: accounting & finance, fundraising campaign donation management, annual audit assistance, invoicing, attendance at UWNWFL events, communication with UWNWFL partner agencies, donors and stakeholders, grant reporting.  

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES

·         All Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable functions

·         Monthly analysis and preparation of financial statements

·         Prepares, settles, and outstanding distributes invoices

·         Reconcile bank accounts monthly

·         Grant reporting

·         Prepare monthly financial statements

·         Prepare and distributes pledge reminders

·         Accounts Receivable Summary report / review

·         Prepares Funds Distribution worksheets

·         Affiliated agency updates and disbursements

·         Unaffiliated agency updates and disbursements

·         QuickBooks annual update

·         Performs research, composes reports, and completes projects as assigned

·         Process all pledge payments into fundraising and accounting systems

·         Tracks and process all credit card transactions

·         Maintains financial records  

·         Maintains Campaign Data Report

·         Oversee campaign data entry

·         Performs multi-faceted general office support in relation to specified job responsibilities, as well as to assist other staff members when requested

·         Other duties as assigned

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Presents oneself in an appropriate and professional manner. Communicates, acts, reacts, and responds appropriately in all situations. Effectively utilizes interpersonal skills and political astuteness.
• Is trustworthy and acts with integrity, authenticity, humility, and in good faith. Respects others' opinions, priorities, values, and interests. Seeks the win-win in every situation.
• Understands and uses empathy, compassion, and active listening. Is fully present and aware of subtleties and nuances such as body language and voice tonality to better understand what is important to constituents and how to connect and engage them with UWNWFL.  
• Is forward-thinking, focuses on what is possible, and seeks new tools and knowledge as needed. Is able to use technology when acquiring and utilizing knowledge, and is innovative and creative in its application. Seeks to continuously improve interpersonal and professional skills.
• Is personally accountable for the results they achieve. Can adapt quickly to ever-changing environments. Is organized, able to plan, think strategically, and is creative, innovative, and appropriately persistent. Is able to make decisions when appropriate to achieve results and meet goals. Is a team-player.
• Has a passion for the common good and affection for the community. Believes in social responsibility and inspires others to be socially responsible. Demonstrates courage and humility when working toward improving life in the community.

UNITED WAY CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF

• Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.  This drives their performance and professional motivations. 
• Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.
• Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.
• Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.
• Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 2 to 5 years of experience in Finance, Quickbooks and other financial software, Excel and Microsoft Office, accounting.

SALARY RANGE:  Based on education/experience

United Way of Northwest Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation or handicap.