Non-Profit Accountant: Grants & Payroll Expert

Wayne State University; Arizona; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Arizona responsible for implementing approved accounting practices. This role involves overseeing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grant management functions while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and have proficiency with payroll processing and various accounting systems, including Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or two years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficiency in payroll processing and accounting systems management.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Oversee payroll processing and grant management.
• Prepare necessary reports and monitoring activities.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting systems management

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

General ledger management

Month-end close procedures

Accounts payable experience

Accounts receivable experience

Cultural competence

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT

Job description

Wayne State University is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Arizona responsible for implementing approved accounting practices. This role involves overseeing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grant management functions while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and have proficiency with payroll processing and various accounting systems, including Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT.