Accounts Receivable Associate

Join United Way of Central Florida: Make a Difference as an Accounts Receivable Associate!

Lakeland, FL – Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to leverage your skills for a greater purpose? United Way of Central Florida (UWCF) is seeking a dedicated Accounts Receivable Associate to join their passionate and mission-driven team in Lakeland, Florida. This full-time, on-site position offers a competitive hourly wage of $23 - $26 per hour, based on experience, along with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth within the nonprofit sector.

At UWCF, every role contributes directly to their impactful mission of improving lives and strengthening communities. As an Accounts Receivable Associate, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of donor financial records and supporting the vital work of the organization.

What You'll Do:

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on accuracy and meticulous data management. Key responsibilities include:

• Accurate Financial Processing: You'll be responsible for the timely and precise processing of donor pledges, payments, and campaign receipts within UWCF's CRM system, Andar. This includes preparing daily bank deposits, auditing campaign envelopes, importing credit card transactions, and managing recurring subscriptions.

• Donor & Partner Communication: You'll serve as a vital point of contact, providing exceptional customer service to donors, agencies, and internal teams regarding pledge and payment inquiries.

• Financial & Team Support: Your contributions will extend to supporting monthly pledge reconciliations, assisting with year-end closeout, and helping to analyze donor accounts for collections. You'll also have the opportunity to train seasonal staff.

Who They're Looking For:

UWCF is seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in accounts receivable or financial data entry.

• Required Qualifications:

  • An Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting support, or financial data entry.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with a solid understanding of formulas, data sorting, and lookups.

  • Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

  • A proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain high levels of accuracy and data integrity.

  • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Desired Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

  • Experience working in a nonprofit or donor-driven environment.

  • Familiarity with donor management or CRM systems like Andar or Microsoft CRM.

  • Experience with high-volume data processing, reconciliations, or collections follow-up.

Why Choose United Way of Central Florida?

Beyond the competitive compensation, UWCF offers a supportive and high-performing work environment guided by values of integrity, impact, collaboration, accountability, and being truly mission-driven. They offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, generous PTO and holiday schedules, and professional development opportunities.

If you are a motivated, community-minded individual ready to make a tangible difference in Central Florida, United Way of Central Florida encourages you to apply.

Ready to Join the Mission?

To take the first step toward joining this impactful team, submit your resume to hr@uwcf.org.

United Way of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace, committed to fostering diverse voices and experiences that enrich their mission and culture. All employment decisions are made based on merit and business need.

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