Accountant

CFS; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

CFS in Wyoming, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Accountant to join our nonprofit team. The role handles payroll, general ledger entries, and day-to-day accounting tasks to keep financial records accurate and compliant.

This position offers flexibility with 24–30 hours weekly or full-time options for the right candidate, and requires strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and experience with nonprofit financial practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, account balancing, and reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to generate and manipulate reports.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 20-40 employees, including reviewing reports, making adjustments, and submitting payroll for processing.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Support general ledger accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records.
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations completed by other team members and post finalized entries.
• Assist with audit preparation and ongoing accounting projects.
• Generate and analyze financial reports utilizing Excel and accounting software

Skills

Advanced Excel

GL accounting

Account balancing

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Abila MIP

Shopify

CounterPoint

Job description

Location: Wyoming, MI

Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000

Schedule: 24-30 hours per week, OR Full Time / 40 hours

Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Accountant to join their team. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to make a meaningful impact through their work. The organization provides support and resources to vulnerable populations and operates with a strong culture of teamwork, compassion, and service. Employees are encouraged to support one another, step in where needed, and contribute to a positive workplace environment. This position could be full time for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 20-40 employees, including reviewing reports, making adjustments, and submitting payroll for processing.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Support general ledger accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records.
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations completed by other team members and post finalized entries.
• Assist with audit preparation and ongoing accounting projects.
• Generate and analyze financial reports utilizing Excel and accounting software

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, account balancing, and reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to generate and manipulate reports.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Preferred

• Previous accounting experience in a nonprofit environment.
• Retail accounting experience.
• Inventory reconciliation experience.
• Experience with international banking, currency exchanges, or foreign transactions.
• Experience using Abila MIP, Shopify, CounterPoint, or similar accounting and inventory systems