Accounting & Controllership Services Director - Nonprofit Industry Focus

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We're searching for a Director, Accounting & Controllership Services (ACS) – Nonprofit Industry Focus to join our team in Florida.

 

In this role, you will lead a portfolio of nonprofit clients, providing outsourced accounting, controllership, and CFO-level advisory services that help mission-driven organizations achieve their goals. You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and boards, oversee the delivery of high-quality financial services, and provide strategic guidance on accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and organizational growth.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to make a meaningful impact on nonprofit organizations while advancing their career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. As a leader within the firm, you will play a key role in developing talent, strengthening client relationships, and driving the continued success of our Accounting & Controllership Services practice.

 

What You'll Do:

Client Leadership & Service

• Lead a portfolio of nonprofit clients, delivering outsourced accounting, controllership, and CFO advisory services tailored to each organization's mission and operational needs.
• Serve as the primary strategic advisor to executive directors, CEOs, boards of directors, and finance committees.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring exceptional service throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Lead client onboarding efforts and establish trusted partnerships that support long-term success.
• Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen client relationships through value-added solutions.

Technical Excellence

• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant reporting requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Review and approve accounting transactions, reconciliations, financial statements, and client deliverables.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights to support mission achievement and organizational growth.
• Guide clients through budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Stay current on nonprofit accounting trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor, coach, and develop ACS managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and employee development initiatives.
• Promote technical excellence and professional growth across the ACS team.
• Assist in developing and delivering internal training and continuing professional education programs.

Practice Growth & Strategic Initiatives

• Collaborate with firm leadership to drive growth, innovation, profitability, and operational excellence within the ACS practice.
• Support business development efforts through networking, relationship building, proposals, and industry involvement.
• Participate in speaking engagements, nonprofit events, and community activities to strengthen James Moore's nonprofit presence.
• Collaborate across firm service lines to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients.
• Help establish and execute growth strategies for the nonprofit-focused ACS practice.

 

What We're Looking For -

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of accounting, controllership, outsourced accounting, or related financial leadership experience.
• Experience serving nonprofit organizations, including fund accounting, grant compliance, and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Experience managing client relationships within a professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems, financial technologies, and reporti