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Rochester, Michigan, Position Purpose: Performs or reviews accounting for various university fund activities, prepares financial reporting and assists with financial system administration. Prepares financial analyses, assists with year-end closing and performs various investment administration activities. Provides advice and training to accounting staff. More specifically, this role provides accounting and oversight for plant fund and bond activity. Responsible for managing and tracking fixed assets, including accurately recording acquisitions, disposals, depreciation, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards by properly classifying and valuing all fixed assets. Prepares or reviews accounting schedules, financial analysis, plant project reports, and equipment acquisition/disposal reports. Generates reports on capital expenditures and prepares cash requests for construction projects. Maintains intradepartmental relationships to stay abreast of new, changing, and completed projects. Manage complex accounting, financial reporting, and compliance related to capital bond debt and associated projects, including reconciliations, report preparation, budgeting, and monitoring for bond compliance. Prepares year-end consolidating details and supplementary financial information for federal and state reporting purposes. Assists with other aspects of year-end closing including financial adjustments and departmental coordination. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, Experience with and aptitude for advanced technical systems and reporting, such as Power BI, Argos, etc. A minimum of two (2) years broad-based accounting experience. Ability to use financial accounting technology including computer-based spreadsheet and database applications. Ability to manage complex financial activities and projects. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel. Excellent organizational and analytical skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with others. Desired Qualifications: CPA designation. Higher education experience. Strong technical ability and experience.

Kalamazoo, Michigan, Job Description: Prepares various comprehensive financial statements, reports, and presentations as required for audit, legal, and reporting purposes. Engages in strategic planning and provides direction on policies and procedures. Provides financial analysis and reporting for University departments campus wide and recommends process improvements to promote efficiency and accuracy. Manages the input/output control process for the University's general ledger system. Assists the director in executing monthly and year-end general ledger close process. Ensures compliance with governmental accounting standards. Processes monthly reconciliations to the general ledger. Collaborates with the external auditors to ensure completion of the year-end audit. Responsible for creating and compiling year-end work papers Short Job Description: Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution. Three years' relevant experience. Professional accounting or financial background with reporting experience. Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) Job Ref: S1488P Job Reply URL: 5009

Benton Harbor, Michigan, Accountant, General Ledger & Grants Posting Number: 0001032 Reports to: Director of Finance Department: Finance Classification: Exempt Full or Part-time: Full Time Job Summary: This position is primarily responsible for general ledger accounting, analysis, and financial reporting with an emphasis on grant accounting. As part of a team, responsible for critical functions for fiscal year end close, preparations for annual financial audit, monthly reconciliations and related analysis, and monthly board report (financial statement package.) Under general supervision of Director, Finance or Executive Director, Finance, this position performs complex accounting and analytical functions with a high degree of accuracy, accountability, autonomy, organization, and confidentiality. Essential Functions: 1. Financial Statement Preparation & Reporting - Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring completeness, accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements for board presentation. 2. Grant Accounting & Compliance - Responsible for grant accounting, including tracking expenditures, preparing financial reports (monthly grant report cards), and ensuring compliance with institutional grant policies and procedures. 3. Monthly Bank Reconciliations - Perform and review monthly bank reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items. 4. Grant Financial Collaboration & Analysis - Work closely with grant directors to review monthly financial reports, provide expenditure analysis, and assist with grant budgets and funding requirements. 5. Internal Controls & Security Management - Manage financial system security, including user access and role-based permissions, to ensure data integrity and compliance with institutional policies. 6. General Ledger Oversight & Reconciliations - Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring proper classification of transactions and timely reconciliation of key accounts focusing on grant and revenue accounts. 7. Management of Accounts Receivable & Staff Supervision - Supervise Non-student Accounts Receivable Specialist and ensure timely invoicing, collections, and reconciliation of receivables. 8. Revenue Budget Assistance - Assist in development and monitoring of revenue budgets, providing analysis, explanations, and insights. 9. Audit Preparation & Support - Lead preparation for financial components of grant and other compliance audits, ensuring grant and institutional financial records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready. 10.Process Improvement & Automation - Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements in accounting operations, financial reporting, and grant management. 11.Institutional Historian - Ensures that complete, accurate, and well-organized files are maintained and easy to quickly access. Ensure important decisions in assigned areas are documented and maintained. Other Duties: Other duties as assigned. Accountabilities: Job Specifications: Associates degree required. Bachelors degree in accounting, business, or finance preferred. CPA highly preferred. Experience in accounting required, public accounting experience highly preferred. Ellucian Banner experience highly preferred. Intermediate or advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word required. Ability to organize, analyze, prioritize, and communicate well are necessary. To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predicable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the Colleges Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy. Grade: Salary Range: $58,781-$76,862 Special Instructions to Applicants: Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more! https://www.lakemichigancollege.edu/about . Virtual Campus tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMxd91KXcGs SW Michigan information: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mlive/posts/10159842598643896 YouTube: https://youtu.be/Cc2w_HihK20 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CQb1c8fJ5ay/ Story on MLive: https://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/2021/06/summer-in-st-joseph-spend-a-michigans-best-day-with-beaches-great-food-wine-trails.html Official transcripts required upon hire. Monday through Thursday summer work hours apply to this position. Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu . Open Date: 01/06/2026 Closing Date: To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5537 About Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline. Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve . Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees. Living in Southwest Michigan Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches , wineries , and nationally acclaimed golf courses . But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life . LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-90c922dd4f5df74db4c2979063b371f9

Benton Harbor, Michigan, Non Student Account Receivable Specialist (Part-time) Posting Number: 0000989 Reports to: General Grant Accountant Department: Finance Classification: Non-Exempt Full or Part-time: Part Time Job Summary: This position is primarily responsible for cash handling of all non student related transactions. As part of a team, responsible for critical functions for fiscal year end close, preparations for the annual financial audit, monthly reconciliations and related analysis, and monthly board report (financial statement package.) Under the supervision of Accountant, General/Grant or Director, Finance, this position performs accounting functions with a high degree of accuracy, accountability, autonomy, organization, and confidentiality. Essential Functions: 1. Non-Student Accounts Receivable Management - Assist in maintaining and tracking non-student accounts receivable, including receipts from property taxes, rent, auxiliary operations, State of Michigan appropriations, restricted funding such as grants, and other institutional sources, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and accurate record-keeping. 2. Daily Cash Receipts Posting - Accurately post daily cash receipts, ensuring all payments are recorded in the financial system in a timely manner. 3. Bank Deposit Preparation & Check Scanning - Prepare and verify bank deposits for all received payments, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation before submission. Additionally, scan checks for electronic deposit to expedite processing and reduce manual handling. 4. Cash Drawer & Credit Card Balancing - Reconcile the cash drawer and credit card transactions daily, identifying and resolving any discrepancies. 5. Property Tax & Grant Cash Reconciliation - Assist in reconciling cash received from property tax assessments and grant funding, including federal financial aid, ensuring proper classification and reporting. 6. Customer Account Assistance - Respond to inquiries from departments and external parties regarding invoices, payments, and account balances in a professional and timely manner. 7. Internal Controls & Compliance - Follow established internal controls to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance with institutional policies and financial regulations. 8. Financial Reporting Support - Assist in generating financial reports related to non-student accounts receivable, cash receipts, and reconciliations as needed. 9. Petty Cash Fund Assistance - Assist in the management of petty cash funds distributed to College departments, ensuring accurate tracking, replenishment, and reconciliation in accordance with institutional policies. 10. Process Improvement & Efficiency - Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of non-student accounts receivable processes, cash handling, and reconciliations. 11. To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predictable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the Colleges Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy. Other Duties: 1. Other duties as assigned. Accountabilities: Job Specifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree preferred. College courses in accounting preferred. Two or more years of general office experience required. Knowledge of standard office machines and cash handling required. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required. Ability to organize, analyze, prioritize, and communicate well are necessary. Grade: Salary Range: $16.42-$20.60 Special Instructions to Applicants: Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and sufficient diversity of applicants achieved, those applicants will be passed along to the search committee. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu . Official transcripts required upon hire. Benefits start immediately first day of employment. Virtual Campus tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMxd91KXcGs Open Date: 05/05/2025 Closing Date: To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5344 About Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline. Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve . Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees. Living in Southwest Michigan Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches , wineries , and nationally acclaimed golf courses . But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life . LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis. Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-de0f45c3a2db124b99d79763e5df4f37

Chicago, Illinois, General Description: The Senior Grant Accountant position is responsible for providing independent guidance and oversight to principal investigators and department administrators in regard to grant and contract policies and procedures, compliance and regulatory issues, and post-award administration. This individual must demonstrate an advanced knowledge and understanding of federal and non-federal regulations, guidelines, and policies covering grant and contract processes. This person must have a working knowledge of post award accounting and financial reporting, performing internal audits of grants and contracts to ensure compliance with university and funding agency requirements. The Senior Grant Accountant will play an integral role in the Grant and Contract Accounting training program; assisting principal investigators and departmental administrators in interpreting university and funding agency policies and guidelines to ensure financial compliance. This individual will be involved in the development of new post award policies and procedures. Department: Grant and Contract Accounting Position Category: Full Time Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred. This individual must demonstrate an advanced knowledge and understanding of federal and non-federal regulations, guidelines, and policies covering grant and contract processes. Knowledge & Skills: A strong knowledge of the Banner Finance System is preferred. Microsoft Office applications. Banner experience a plus.