Staff Accountant

About the role

The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Staff Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, this role plays a critical part in supporting grant administration, payroll processes, and overall accounting operations. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission while working in a collaborative, values-driven environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, demonstrates strong analytical skills, and is committed to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage grant billing processes (online, email, and invoicing) accurately and on time

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and final grant reports and budgets

• Interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and foundation grant requirements

• Monitor grant balances and communicate with program managers on projected expenditures

• Record journal entries and ensure proper general ledger and program coding

• Track and follow up on grant receivables

• Review wage allocations and grant-related budgets for accuracy

• Prepare and amend grant budgets, including annual organizational grant budgets

• Lead bi-weekly staff allocation meetings

• Review expense reports and accounts payable coding

• Process timecard adjustments, including FMLA-related updates

• Prepare payroll adjustments each pay period

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with preparation for the annual Single Audit

• Reconcile grant activity and ensure compliance

• Complete CFDA reporting requirements

• Respond to auditor inquiries and documentation requests

Additional Responsibilities

• Foster positive working relationships with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders

• Contribute to team problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts

• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all work

• Prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines with accuracy and efficiency

• Support team members and promote best practices within the department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience with demonstrated success in grant billing

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of MS Office and Outlook

• Experience with accounting systems and databases

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment (primarily remote)

• Occasional attendance at off-site meetings required

• Standard 40-hour workweek, with occasional evenings or weekends as needed

• Light physical activity (sitting, standing, bending, lifting lightweight materials)

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• AD&D Insurance

• Mileage Reimbursement

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with an employer paid annual retirement contribution of 6% of the employee’s salary after 1 year of service