Accounting Support and Compliance Specialist

Overview

If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.

Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay. We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

Job Type: Full-time

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

• Salary: $24.00 - $25.00
• Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.
• Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.
• PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.
• 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.
• $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Training and career development.
• Discounted membership at the YMCA.

The Accounting Support and Compliance Specialist provides critical support to the accounting department while managing compliance-related activities. This role is responsible for business insurance administration, regulatory filings, legal and liability documentation, business licensure, and record retention. Additionally, the position assists with accounts payable and purchasing functions to ensure smooth financial operations.

• COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY:
  Prepare and submit business regulatory filings, licensure renewals, and DBA documentation.
• CONT rol DONATIONS TAX CREDITS:
  Manage donations tax credit filings and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

• 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…