Senior Accountant: Faith-Based Clients - Holland Area

Nienhuis Financial Group•Holland, MI

About The Position

Senior Accountants serving NFG faith-based clients execute financial procedures such as month-end and year-end closings, tax returns, bank reconciliations, general ledger reviews, forecasting, and budgeting. They prepare and analyze financial records, compile financial statements, review data, ensure financial compliance, and analyze client financial operations to support efficient operation of faith-based entities. The position is hourly and non-exempt, includes supervisory responsibilities, and requires in-state travel to client locations for day trips. The role works with staff at faith-based clients and a Business Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
At least 5 years of related experience, including customer service.
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
High proficiency with accounting software.
Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, ability to adhere to them, and ability to hold others responsible for adhering to them.
Strong technical and interpersonal leadership.
Ability to balance multiple priorities, projects, and clients.
Exceptional project and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and computer skills.
Customer service orientation.
Ability and willingness to travel to client locations; travel is in-state and for day trips.
Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, attention-to-detail, service-focus, and time-management skills.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

CPA.
Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Prepare consolidated financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and departments, using generally accepted accounting principles.
Close client financials monthly, quarterly, or annually as required.
Analyze information and options by developing spreadsheet reports and verifying information.
Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files and reconciling accounts.
Prepare payments by accruing expenses, assigning account numbers, requesting disbursements, and reconciling accounts.
Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes.
Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
Protect client value by keeping information confidential.
Complete related results as needed to support accounting and organizational missions.
Perform other duties as assigned.