CAMW Accounting Coordinator

Peckham•Lansing, MI

About The Position

The CAMW Accounting Coordinator acts as a liaison and provides accounting support to CAMW program staff and managers. The role supports accounting functions for all CAMW contracts, including preparing annual budgets and monthly budget modifications as needed. It provides oversight of accounting staff assigned to these programs and ensures timely completion of monthly contract billings for CAMW-funded programs. The Coordinator handles contract invoicing and reporting in accordance with CAS accounting standards, contractual requirements, and applicable federal award requirements. The role also supports fiscal monitoring, budgeting, audits, staff training, and compliance, while promoting Peckham’s mission, values, quality standards, and safe work practices.

Requirements

Pass and maintain security background checks.
Five to six years of work experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
Experience with accrual accounting and General Ledger entries.
Experience with nonprofits and grant accounting.
Advanced proficiency with automated accounting software packages.
Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Navision Financials.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating and maintaining spreadsheets, charts, tables, and graphs to illustrate financial activity, results, and comparisons.
Experience with Pivot Tables and V-Look Up.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Experience with cost center and/or grant accounting.
Experience tracking, budgeting, and reporting for Federal Cost Awards and Contracts.

Responsibilities

Comply with contract reporting requirements in accordance with CAS accounting standards and contractual requirements, including applicable federal award requirements.
Monitor operational changes concerning CAMW contracts and help ensure compliance with contractual guidelines, laws, and accounting standards.
Review newly awarded grants and recommend procedures and cost-tracking methods to maintain grant compliance.
Prepare grant reimbursement vouchers based on actual monthly expenses and grant guidelines.
Review and approve monthly worksheets and disbursement packages prepared by accounting staff.
Work with funders on annual program monitoring requirements and audits.
Coordinate CAMW-related information for financial compliance audits.
Prepare monthly budget modifications as needed and annual CAMW budgets in conjunction with Program Directors or others.
Communicate actual-versus-budget variances to staff, project managers, and department heads.
Ensure staff understand contract expenditure guidelines and work with them to maximize funding.
Develop and educate new staff on program requirements in conjunction with the Department Director.
Adhere to internal control policies and procedures, including appropriate handling of confidential and Privacy Act-protected information.
Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and commitment to serving customers and stakeholders.
Support outcome measures, key indicators, and other monthly and quarterly reports.
Use a teamwork approach on projects and help maintain organization-wide quality standards.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Develop a unified team reflecting Peckham’s culture and values, and provide mentorship and coaching.
Perform other related duties as assigned.