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Staff Accountant

Location
Detroit, MI
Salary
$60,000 to $62,500 annually
Posted
2026-08-05

Job description

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $62,500 annually, based on non-discriminatory factors such as education, experience, certifications, technical skills, and overall qualifications.

This is a full-time, salaried-exempt position and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

The Ideal Candidate Will
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice verification, coding, data entry, and payment processing.
Assist with preparing departmental and program budgets while monitoring expenditures and identifying budget variances.
Prepare financial reports and communicate significant budget variances to Finance leadership.
Prepare, code, distribute, and maintain vendor and employee invoices.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
Assist with grant administration by maintaining accurate financial documentation and supporting grant reporting requirements.
Maintain organized financial records in accordance with organizational record retention requirements.
Assist with annual audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to auditor requests.
Coordinate timely vendor payments and maintain appropriate financial documentation for organizational events and activities.
Deliver or retrieve financial documents between DRP locations as needed.
Safeguard confidential accounting, payroll, employee, and organizational financial information.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), organizational policies, HIPAA requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Work collaboratively with leadership and staff across departments to support organizational financial operations.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and departmental efficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of two (2) years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related experience.
Ability to type 40 words per minute (WPM) with a high degree of accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint.
Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment while handling sensitive and confidential financial information.
Ability to build positive, collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
Reliable transportation with current automobile insurance meeting agency requirements.
Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment screening requirements, including a criminal background check and drug screening, consistent with applicable laws and organizational policies.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience working in nonprofit accounting or grant-funded organizations.
Experience with grant accounting, financial reporting, budget preparation, and audit support.
Experience using QuickBooks or comparable accounting software.
QuickBooks Certification or other accounting-related certifications.
Experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services organizations.
What’s in it for you
A collaborative and mission-driven work environment
Opportunity for professional growth and career development
Front-loaded PTO to support time off and overall well-being
Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Student Loan Forgiveness opportunities (PSLF & HRSA*)
Pet Insurance

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