As a major instrument of philanthropy and volunteerism in the Detroit area, we are a person-to-person, community-driven organization dedicated to supporting health, education, spiritual, and cultural needs.

Under the combined umbrella of a social service funding organization and a large community foundation, the combined organizations raise and allocate funds to provide lifesaving and life-enhancing humanitarian assistance to those in need in southeast Michigan, nationally and throughout the world. Locally, the combined organizations support a family of several social service agencies and schools.

The combined organizations are currently recruiting to fill the position of:

Accounting Associate

Reports to: Director, Finance Operations

The main role of the Accounting /AP/AR Associate is to support multiple funds with experience in general accounting.

Primary Responsibilities:

Process high volume donor gift receipts from various sources (checks, lockbox, credit cards online giving platforms).

Monitor monthly donations and payment plans for donors. Enter payments in donor CRM.

Gift acknowledgment processing.

Accounts payable invoice entries and check preparation in a higher volume environment, utilizing multiple bank accounts.

Bank positive pay process and uploads.

Assist with bank deposits.

Enter cash receipt journal entries.

Answer payment line and process donor credit card payments and respond to donor questions.

Assist and support senior accountants.

Perform routine file maintenance.

Required skills:

Minimum 1 - 2 years related experience.

Experience in accounting - A/P, A/R, General Ledger, Journal Entries

Proficient in MS Office including Word and Excel.

Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently, be a self-starter, and maintain organization.

Ability to learn new skills as needed.

Systems used: Excel, Financial Edge, Blackbaud CRM, PG Fund.

Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit

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