Staff Accountant

Position Summary

Staff Accountant is responsible for performing various accounting functions within the Finance department and is a resource to the Director of Finance and Senior Management for more extensive ad hoc reporting.

Annual Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00

Flexible work schedule after an initial training period that includes working in the office and out of the office.

Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?

If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you.

About Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.

• CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
• CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the financial data for the agency and prepares monthly reporting in a timely manner.
• Prepares budgets and forecasts, including monthly/quarterly forecasts, mid‐year forecasts and annual budgets.
• Analyzes monthly results and provides budget to actual variance analysis.
• Prepares monthly accounting activities, including journal entry preparation.
• Prepares year end audit worksheets and works with auditors to complete the annual Financial and Single audits, as well as other external financial reporting requirements.
• Reconciles Balance Sheet accounts to sub ledgers.
• Submits budgets to external funder websites as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to these sites.
• Prepares and files government contract billings reports.
• Handles material that is confidential in nature and makes decisions based on organizational policy.
• Performs other special assignments at the supervisor’s request.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and highly motivated.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinker, analytical and able to problem-solve.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrates capability in working with repetitive tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• Must submit to Agency approved background checks.

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Education:

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated prior work experience with general ledger accounting is required.
• A minimum of one (1) year of prior work experience with Great Plains is highly preferred, however not required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Our Mission

Inspired by the Church's social teachings, Catholic Charities West Michigan fosters individuals and families to flourish by providing help and creating hope.

Our Vision

Catholic Charities West Michigan is called to create a just and compassionate community where all people can achieve their divine purpose.

Our Values

• Sanctity of All Life
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Respect
• Equity

CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency.

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000