Accountant

Senior Neighbors, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

21h•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

To maintain a fiscal recording and reporting system that will supply timely and usable data to administrative and program staff and will maintain accountability and credibility. The accountant plays a key role in ensuring that transactions related to agency payrolls, accounts payable, and cash receipt functions are processed on time, accurately and in compliance with government regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in accounting.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite, email, and general internet functions.
Intermediate experience in accounting software and reporting skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work independently.
Positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must have a valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and access to private transportation that meets state insurance requirements and vehicle safety standards to use on agency business.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years' experience in non-profit accounting.
Understanding and familiarity with accounting procedures required by non-profit organizations with multiple funding sources.
Knowledge of grant cycles and general compliance activities.
Previous experience in managing budgets and reporting outcomes.
Previous experience in tracking service work completed compared to goals and objectives.
Intermediate ability to use remote software such as Zoom, Teams, and other programs.

Responsibilities

Process weekly agency accounts payable, including reviewing accuracy and eligibility for payment, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring proper approvals.
Collect employer identification numbers or social security numbers from vendors for 1099 preparation.
Track expenses against grant budgets through processing of accounts payable and payroll transactions.
Assist in financial reporting for periodic grant reports.
Enter, maintain, and review payroll transactions to ensure timely and accurate processing of salaries, hourly rates, garnishments, reimbursements, and other information.
Process payroll updates for new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
Record bi-weekly payroll transactions to the general ledger.
Process receipt of payments from various programs, including completing bank deposits.
Report receipts to appropriate program managers and finance staff for accounting transactions.
Report receipts to the development department for data entry to the donor database.
Ensure proper maintenance, filing, and storage of records.
Maintain computerized accounting systems and financial data with confidentiality and accuracy.
Serve as back up in recording, reconciling, and reporting functions.