Accountant

Insight Global; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick leave and time off

401(k) eligibility after 90 days

Job summary

A financial services company based in Detroit is hiring an accountant for a 6-month on-site contract. The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and over 3 years of experience in governmental accounting. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with grant requirements and managing audits. A competitive pay rate of $40-45/hr is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan after 90 days.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in governmental accounting.
• Experience with accounting auditing/compliance.
• Knowledge of GASB is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with grant requirements.
• Interpret regulations and policies for departments.
• Prevent over-expenditure of funds and manage audits.

Skills

Governmental accounting experience

Team collaboration

Regulation interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Masters Degree

Job description

Duration:

6-month contract (may or may not be extended/converted)

Pay rate:

$40-45/hr.

Location:

Detroit, MI (fully on-site position, 5 days a week)

Must Haves:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of experience in governmental accounting
• Experience working within accounting auditing/compliance

Plusses:

• Masters Degree
• Knowledge of GASB
• CPA

Job Description:

The accountant will be responsible for monitoring compliance with general and specific grant requirements contained the various grants awarded to the organization. This person will also be responsible for interpreting regulations and policies for the departments, monitoring funded projects to prevent over-expenditure of funds, audits disallowance, and ensure awards are fully awarded.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.