Entry Level Finance Associate Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Title:
Program Assistance Center (PAC) Finance Associate
Group/Team:
Finance
Reports To:
Senior Director of Finance
Status:
Full-time
FLSA
Classification:
Exempt, Salaried
Minimum Salary:
$45,920/year
POSITION SUMMARY
This detail-oriented, self-motivated team player will support UWSCMI's efforts to positively impact lives across the United Way of South Central Michigan region. The PAC Finance Associate will verify and reconcile invoices, enter bills and payables into the accounting platform and support account maintenance and reconciliations. The position will reconcile receivables, and produce reports to support budget monitoring, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
This position is hybrid with a minimum of three days in the office a week. This position is based out of the Jackson office. Occasional travel within the region is required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Equity Diversity and Inclusion

• Contributes to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organizational culture that centers people in every solution, process, and function.

Accounting & Transaction Processing

• Supports accounts Associate Director of Finance using UWSCMI's general ledger software.
• Process invoices for timely payment.
• Process transactions and perform accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling books of accounts.
• Assist with journal entries, accounts payable and accounts receivable entries.

Grants & Financial Reporting

• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of grant expenses and revenue.
• Assist with creation of grant reports and audit preparation.
• Support grants management and financial reporting.

Compliance & Confidentiality

• Ensures PII, compensation, client information and other financial data are kept confidential.

Other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and ability to apply anti-oppressive and anti-racist principles in the workplace.

• Demonstrated entry level to professional experience in accounting with a focus on grants, AP/AR required. This may include a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Non-profit experience desired.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment, excellent problem solver.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately process large amounts of data.
• High level of organization.
• Significant knowledge of Microsoft Products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint, and accounting software required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Unquestioned confidentiality with sensitive financial and personnel matters and issues.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Reliable transportation for travel within our six-county footprint. Use of a personal motor vehicle for transportation requires proof of insurance and the driver must have a valid Driver's license. (Note: mileage for work travel is reimbursed at the IRS mileage rate.)
• Moderate level of stress caused by tight deadlines.
• Occasional work outside of normal business hours.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Candidate must be able to work successfully in a remote environment with private office space and high-speed internet.

SALARY: All of the roles within UWSCMI have pay ranges that commensurate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the successful candidate. The annual salary for this position is $45,920 year.
ABOUT UWSCMI
United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) gathers the power of three legacy organizations-Capital Area United Way, United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region, and United Way of Jackson County-to mobilize financial and volunteer resources, partners, and voices, creating equitable and lasting change for the most vulnerable people in our communities.
Our vision: Strong, caring communities where every person is valued, thriving, and connected for the common good.
Our path: Our work lifts our local communities by reducing racial and economic disparities; addressing the needs of ALICE (Asset-Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households in financial stability, education, health, and basic needs; and creating opportunities for every person to reach their full potential.
EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
UWSCMI is committed to dismantling systemic inequities that continue to cause harm for Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) people, women, and people with disabilities. We believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. We are continuously building capacity and accountability into our policies, practices, and partnerships. We seek those who can lead and move alongside us in this work.
NOTE
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
BACKGROUND CHECK DISCLOSURE
We require background checks for certain roles. The checks are completed by ProScreening and results are only ever communicated to the Hiring Manager if they may impact someone's employment. We do not use prior arrests, only convictions. These convictions will only be considered as hiring criteria if they are directly connected to the roles & responsibilities of the job (for example, financial related convictions for a finance officer). We know that the criminal legal system is not equitable, and negatively impacts marginalized communities - specifically people of color - at rates much higher than other identities. This is why our background check process is only in place for explicit situations.
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE
United Way of South Central Michigan offers a competitive total rewards package including a competitive salary, medical coverage with an employer contribution of 85% towards single coverage and 70% towards dependent coverage, dental and vision with a 90% employer contribution towards single and dependent coverage, life insurance with an employer-paid benefit of 2 times annual salary, short-term disability and long-term disability effective the date of hire. In addition, United Way provides a 10% employer contribution into the 403(b) retirement plan each year with full vesting after 3 years of service and 20 days Paid Time Off, 13 days Paid Sick Time, 5 Paid Volunteer Days, 3 Floating Holidays and 11 Paid Holidays each year (Paid time off, sick time. Paid volunteer time and floating holidays are prorated the first year).