Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant to join our team in Orlando, Florida. This is a Contract to Hire position within the non-profit sector, offering an opportunity to contribute to meaningful organizational goals while supporting the Finance and Accounting department. The ideal candidate excels in administrative assistance, financial operations, and board-related coordination with a strong commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.Responsibilities:• Provide administrative support to the Finance and Accounting department and the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring smooth operation of daily activities.• Manage departmental priorities by anticipating needs, adjusting schedules, and safeguarding time for strategic initiatives.• Assist in implementing departmental strategies to achieve operational excellence and organizational goals.• Monitor and organize critical deadlines such as budgeting cycles, audit schedules, policy reviews, and Board reporting timelines.• Coordinate logistics for Board of Directors and committee meetings, including scheduling, preparing materials, drafting minutes, and tracking follow-up actions.• Maintain comprehensive electronic and physical filing systems for executive and Board documentation, ensuring security and accessibility.• Draft, proofread, and format communications, reports, presentations, and agendas with meticulous attention to detail.• Support financial processes by performing data entry, reviewing accounting entries, and assisting with budget administration.• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards and organizational policies.• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of accurate records and reporting systems to support operational transparency.