Finance Office Specialist

Community & Home Supports•Detroit, MI

12d

About The Position

The Financial Office Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department by assisting with bookkeeping, financial reporting, and administrative tasks. This role helps ensure accurate, timely financial information that supports the mission of Community & Home Supports to address homelessness and poverty

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
1–2 years of bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative experience; nonprofit finance experience is a plus but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; comfort working with financial software.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of financial and personnel information.
Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
Commitment to [Full CHS Name]’s mission to address homelessness and poverty.
Individuals with lived experience of homelessness are strongly encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

nonprofit finance experience is a plus but not required.
Individuals with lived experience of homelessness are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining and updating financial and accounting policies and procedures.
Support bookkeeping and general accounting tasks, including data entry and account reconciliations.
Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes (coding invoices, payment processing, deposits, etc.)
Help compile monthly reimbursement documentation for funders.
Contribute to the preparation of monthly financial workpapers and statements.
Support the development and monitoring of agency-wide and program-specific budgets.
Assist in preparing quarterly and annual financial reports for the Board of Directors.
Help coordinate preparation for the annual audit, including gathering and organizing documentation.
Participate in month-end and year-end financial close processes.
Maintain organized and secure financial files and records.
Purchasing, receiving, inventorying, tracking, and distributing supplies, materials, equipment, etc.
Help prepare meeting agendas and record, file, and organize meeting minutes.
Attend relevant meetings and trainings as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the finance team.