Senior Accountant
Job in
Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listing for:
Detroit Staffing
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-28
Job specializations:
-
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Financial Compliance, Accounting Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 90000 USD Yearly
USD
65000.00
90000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Accountant
Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually
Division:
Finance
Location:
9301 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48210
Reports To:
Director of Finance
FLSA Status:
Exempt/Salary
Classification:
Full-Time, Regular
Approved Date: 09/05/2025
Job Summary:
Performs advanced accounting duties including compliance oversight, audit coordination, risk mitigation, and financial analysis. Supports the Director of Finance in leading and enhancing financial operations, while driving process improvement and maintaining fiscal integrity across all organizational units. Plays a key role in upholding regulatory compliance and implementing best practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Adheres to the mission of SER Metro-Detroit and Subsidiaries.Oversees corporate, charter school, and 401(k) audits by coordinating with external auditors and internal teams, ensuring timely completion and resolution of findings.Monitors contractual and regulatory compliance across funding sources (e.g., WIOA, TANF, SNAP, Michigan Department of Education), proactively mitigating risk and addressing discrepancies.Ensures proper implementation and documentation of internal controls; recommends enhancements to strengthen organizational accountability and transparency.Prepares complex financial reports required by government entities, grantors, and management for strategic decision-making.Leads month-end and year-end closings of the general ledger; ensures accuracy and adherence to GAAP.Supports and reviews accounting operations in multiple regions, including payroll journal entries, non-cash service transactions, and monthly billing.Leads the development and revision of annual budgets; analyzes budget-to-actuals, provides variance explanations, and supports data-driven decisions.Maintains and monitors cost allocation methodologies with rigorous attention to accuracy and regulatory alignment.Performs high-level balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts and interfund transactions; identifies and resolves discrepancies.Generates and reviews detailed financial statements; investigates anomalies and distributes to internal stakeholders.Posts high-impact transactions to the general ledger; maintains audit-ready documentation in compliance with organizational policies.Champions financial process improvements through automation, documentation, and system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy.Evaluates and enhances accounting procedures and practices to align with organizational growth and sector best practices.Provides informal guidance to junior staff; promotes cross-functional collaboration and knowledge-sharing across finance units.Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or Master's Degree strongly preferred. Minimum six (6) years of progressive experience in general accounting, audit leadership, risk management, and government/non-profit financial operations. Advanced knowledge of WIOA, TANF, SNAP, Michigan Department of Education, and other related compliance regulations. Expertise in GAAP, internal controls, and fiscal risk assessment. Exceptional analytical
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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