Volunteer Finance & Accounting Advisor

Position Overview

Girls Ment To Be is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering girls ages 7–17 through mentorship, academic support, leadership development, and community engagement. As our organization continues to grow, we are strengthening our financial systems to ensure transparency, compliance, and long‑term sustainability.

Girls Ment To Be is seeking a Volunteer Finance & Accounting Advisor to support our Board Treasurer and CEO with financial oversight, accounting guidance, and nonprofit compliance.

This is a non‑board, advisory role ideal for an accounting or finance professional who wants to give back, provide pro‑bono expertise, or gain hands‑on nonprofit experience—without a heavy time commitment.

• Review monthly income and expense reports
• Support accurate categorization of donations, grants, and program expenses
• Assist with bookkeeping system setup or review (e.g., Quick Books, Wave)
• Flag discrepancies or potential compliance concerns

• Support preparation and review of IRS Form 990 / 990‑EZ
• Help ensure state and federal nonprofit compliance
• Coordinate with an external CPA, if applicable

• Assist with annual operating and program budgets
• Support budgeting for events, workshops, and fundraising initiatives
• Help forecast cash flow and long‑term sustainability

• Prepare simple financial summaries for board meetings
• Serve as a resource to the Board Treasurer for financial questions
• Advise on internal controls and best practices (advisory only)

• Background in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or financial management
• CPA, accountant, finance professional, or experienced bookkeeper preferred
• Familiarity with nonprofit finance (or willingness to learn)
• Strong attention to detail and high integrity
• Comfortable collaborating with board leadership and executive leadership

• Approximately 2–4 hours per month
• Flexible, remote schedule
• Optional additional time during tax season or audits

• Does not involve signing checks or handling funds
• Does not replace the Board Treasurer
• Is strictly advisory and supportive

• Make a meaningful impact on girls in your community
• Use your professional skills for social good
• Flexible, low‑hour commitment
• Opportunity to grow into a future Board Treasurer or Finance Committee role (if mutually desired)

Location:

Flowood, MS

Compensation: $75,000.00‑$85,000.00