Senior Accountant: Faith-Based Clients - Grandville Area

Nienhuis Financial Group•Grandville, MI

About The Position

Senior Accountants serving NFG faith-based clients perform 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, support financial compliance, and analyze client financial operations to help ensure faith-based entities operate efficiently. The position is hourly and non-exempt, reports to a Business Manager, and has supervisory responsibilities. Travel to client locations within the state for day trips is required.

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 (GAAP), ability to adhere to them, and ability to hold others responsible for doing so.
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 general computer skills.
Customer service orientation.
Willingness and ability to travel to client locations within the state for day trips.
Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills; attention to detail; service focus; and time management skills.

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.
Close client financials monthly, quarterly, or annually as required.
Analyze information and options by developing spreadsheet reports and verifying information.
Prepare general ledger entries, maintain records and files, and reconcile 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 work as needed to support accounting and organizational objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel to client locations for in-state day trips.