Accountant

NCMS – National Center for Manufacturing Sciences; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NCMS – National Center for Manufacturing Sciences in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking an Accountant to audit and process invoices within a hybrid work model. The role requires collaboration with finance and project teams to address inquiries and ensure timely AP processing.

The position emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and knowledge of accounting software. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 1–3 years of experience are required, with a COVID-19 vaccination status and US citizenship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 1-3 years working in the field.
• Experience with accounts payable.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills and familiarity with accounting software would be preferred.
• Experience with Uniform Grant Guidance CFR Part 200 is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Auditing invoices for accuracy.
• Work with other financial staff team members on other projects as needed.
• Work with project managers and project teams to resolve any invoice questions.
• Perform monthly financial reconciliations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

MS Office

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

This is a hybrid role and requires 3 days in the office in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in office & Tuesday and Friday remote.

Supervisory Duties:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities or direct people management responsibilities.

Who We Are:

The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) is a cross-industry technology development consortium, dedicated to improving the competitiveness and strength of the U.S. industrial base. As a member-based organization, it leverages its network of industry, government, and academic partners to develop, demonstrate, and transition innovative technologies efficiently, with less risk and lower cost.

NCMS enables world-class member companies to work effectively with other members on new opportunities – bringing together highly capable companies with providers and end-users who need their innovations and technology solutions. NCMS members benefit from an accelerated progression of idea creation through execution.

Job Purpose:

The Accountant is responsible for auditing and processing invoices that are sent to our accounts payable department.

Primary Responsibilities

• Auditing invoices for accuracy.
• Work with other financial staff team members on other projects as needed.
• Work with project managers and projects teams to resolve any invoice questions.
• Perform monthly financial reconciliations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain government security clearance.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless legally exempt.
• Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule; Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in office & Tuesday and Friday remote.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 1-3 years working in the field.
• Experience with accounts payable.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills and familiarity with accounting software would be preferred.
• Experience with Uniform Grant Guidance CFR Part 200 is helpful but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include checks for criminal history, driving records, financial history, and education verification, as permitted by law.