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Metropolitan Ministries · 2 hours ago

Accounting Support and Compliance Specialist

Tampa,FL,US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$24/hr - $25/hr

3+ years exp

Metropolitan Ministries is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of homeless individuals and families in the Tampa Bay area. The Accounting Support and Compliance Specialist provides essential support to the accounting department, focusing on compliance-related activities, business insurance administration, and assisting with accounts payable and purchasing functions to ensure smooth financial operations.

AssociationCommunitiesNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit business regulatory filings, licensure renewals, and DBA documentation

Manage donations tax credit filings and ensure compliance with applicable laws

Maintain regulatory compliance documentation and support external audits

Monitor changes in regulations and assess their impact on the organization, providing recommendations for compliance adjustments

Act as primary contact for licensing requests, renewals, and overall management of all active licenses and coordinate with department directors as necessary

Oversee record retention policies and ensure proper storage of financial and legal records

File all vehicle registrations and maintain compliance with state and local requirements

Manage the corporate credit cards, including deactivation and replacement of cards, and maintain a complete log of cardholders with signed agreements

Manage all business insurance policies, including renewals, endorsements, and certificates

Coordinate insurance claims and maintain documentation for liability and property coverage

Ensure vendor compliance with insurance requirements by monitoring and reviewing certificates of insurance (COIs) on file. Maintain current COIs on file for all vendors as applicable

Partner with departments to track and report liability and legal issues arising from incident reports

Assist with accounts payable processing, vendor setup, purchasing, and general accounting activities

Support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records

Ensure proper coding and documentation for insurance and compliance-related expenses

Arrange for the sale or disposal of vehicles and ensure proper documentation

Record documents with the appropriate municipality and maintain accurate asset records

Support the Holiday Center Operation as directed

Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals

Support the Finance team in any other tasks as assigned

Qualification

AccountingComplianceInsurance AdministrationMicrosoft OfficeRegulatory KnowledgeMulti-taskingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDetail-oriented

Required

Associate's Degree in Accounting with at least 3 years' experience in accounting, compliance, or insurance administration, or 5+ years equivalent experience in place of degree

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively in English

Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and knowledge of business insurance policies and claims processes

Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office required, especially Excel

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task/manage many projects simultaneously, and shift priorities as needed

Must be able to work independently and be a team player

Works well under pressure and meets deadlines

Hearing and speaking ability which allows for effective oral communication of information; physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States

Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures