Accountant II: AP & GL Specialist

Detroit Land Bank Authority; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Land Bank Authority is seeking an Accountant II to manage accounts payable, maintain the general ledger, and ensure compliance with government accounting standards. This role involves technical accounting tasks, reconciling records, and supporting financial reporting for transparency.

The candidate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, prepare journal entries, and assist with month-end close and external audits. Onsite work in Detroit is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum experience in accounting or government setting.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and GASB preferred.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software and MS Office.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounts payable processing and posting in general ledger.
• Maintain detailed expenditure records and policy compliance.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger and prepare payments.
• Assist with external audits and staff training on AP processes.
• Prepare journal entries and perform period-end closing.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Certinia ERP

Other ERP accounting software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Detroit Land Bank Authority is seeking an Accountant II to manage accounts payable, maintain the general ledger, and ensure compliance with government accounting standards. This role involves technical accounting tasks, reconciling records, and supporting financial reporting for transparency.

The candidate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, prepare journal entries, and assist with month-end close and external audits. Onsite work in Detroit is required.