Accountant - 211 Palm Beach

The Agency

Located in Lantana, Florida. 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast is a private nonprofit 501(c)3 agency that was started in 1971 and quickly expanded into crisis counseling and suicide prevention. The agency cultivates a caring and dynamic team to service Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast (five counties). Additional partners provided funding to support a quality, centralized access point for health, and human services information and crisis services. 2-1-1 was designated nationally by the FCC for information and referral purposes, and it became the telephone number for the agency's helpline.

211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast's mission is to save lives through crisis intervention and by connecting people to health, mental health, and wellness services 24 hours a day every day.

The Accountant plays a vital role in managing the accounting activities of our organization, working under the guidance of the Director of Finance. This position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring that operations align with strategic goals and comply with legal and funding requirements, as well as accreditation criteria.

Key Responsibilities: The Accountant will ensure that all accounting practices adhere to agency policies, funder agreements, and donor expectations. This includes directing daily financial transactions, verifying the accuracy and completeness of supporting documentation, and managing accounts payable. The individual will oversee disbursements, ensuring adherence to financial management policies, and maintaining payee files for timely payments.

They will handle employee expense reimbursements, prepare grant reimbursement requests, and manage invoices for funders and community partners. The Accountant will review biweekly payroll processes, collaborating with the Accounting Clerk to ensure accuracy in paid time off and deductions.

Additionally, the role includes assisting with the annual audit process, preparing monthly financial reports that include budget-to-actual information, and supporting the Director of Finance with other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred. Three years of accounting experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Minimum of two years' experience in an accounting role, ideally within the non-profit sector.
• A solid understanding of accounting principles, methods, and fiscal management practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software programs such as QuickBooks, Desktop, Sage, Intacct, NetSuite, and others.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff and funding entities.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects, and exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.

This position requires someone who can both manage day-to-day accounting tasks and contribute to broader financial strategies within the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 403(b)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, On-site

211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Local and national background clearance required.