Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48302, USA
21 hours ago
Staff Accountant
Description About the Organization Our client is a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization with a long history of service and community impact. Known for strong values, stable leadership, and thoughtful stewardship, the organization is deeply committed to integrity, accountability, and building meaningful relationships with the people and communities it serves. Position Summary The organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative and purpose-driven finance team. This role is best suited for a self-directed professional who thrives working independently, manages multiple priorities simultaneously, and takes ownership of their work. Reporting to senior financial leadership, the Staff Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring revenue and expenses are recorded accurately and timely, supporting operational excellence and sound decision-making. The position works closely with executive leadership and interacts with a broad range of stakeholders, including program leaders, operational staff, office personnel, families, and donors. Key Responsibilities + Independently maintain the general ledger, including preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations + Ensure revenue and expenses are recorded timely, accurately, and in accordance with U.S. GAAP + Support month-end and year-end close processes with a high degree of accuracy and accountability + Reconcile balance sheet accounts and proactively research and resolve variances or discrepancies + Provide budgeting support and assist with variance analysis + Deliver reliable financial data and insights to leadership to support informed decision-making + Collaborate with colleagues across programs, operations, and administration while maintaining strong individual accountability + Support external audit requests and documentation needs + Identify opportunities for process improvement and help strengthen internal controls and accounting efficiency For immediate consideration, or questions, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131. Requirements Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance + 2+ years of hands-on general ledger accounting experience + Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP + Advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting systems preferred + Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines + Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused + Strong interpersonal and communication skills + DISC profile alignment: Conscientiousness (C) and Dominance (D) traits strongly preferred Why This Opportunity + Join a stable, mission-driven organization with a strong reputation and values-based culture + Work in an environment that values accountability, trust, and professional autonomy + Meaningful interaction with senior leadership and a broad, engaged community + Team culture that respects the importance of balance while maintaining high performance standards + Opportunity to grow your accounting career while contributing to a purpose-driven mission Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .
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