Assistant Controller
Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
- Detroit, MI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Reports directly to the Controller on all aspects of agency financial management.
- Manages the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams
- Responsible for the financial integrity of the organization's financial transactions
- Monitors and reviews all bank reconciliations for the organization
- Provides technical assistance on matters related, but not limited to, cost analysis, fiscal projections, and alternative financing methods/resources.
- Remains current on funder policies related to applicable procedures and regulations, including Federal Uniform Guidance.
- Prepares and assists in month- and year-end closings.
- Prepares and assists in preparation for year-end audit and funding source monitoring visits.
- Assists the department during monitoring or audit reviews.
- Maintains a positive attitude towards assigned work, clients, and staff, and a willingness to work with others.
- Performs work in a professional manner that upholds Wayne Metro's policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment with a usually quiet noise level. This is largely a sedentary role, and the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, frequently use hands and to talk or hear.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance OR a combination of education and experience that is equivalent.
- A minimum of four years of experience.
- Two or more years of professional related experience in budgeting or accounting or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allow strategic data interpretation versus. simple reporting.
- Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels, including non-finance personnel.
- Ability to maintain documentation of work including file maintenance and report development.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) required.
- Working knowledge of basic internet applications and programs including Google technology. The ability to learn and utilize the necessary programs for this position.
- Working knowledge of intermediate internet applications and programs including Google technology. Sage Intacct Software a plus
- Ability to learn and utilize the necessary programs for this position.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
- Good interpersonal and professional skills including but not limited to professional appearance, tact, punctuality, and dependability.
- Ability to provide services for those people facing economic, social, health, age, and educational barriers.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment (as deemed necessary).
- Perform work in a manner that upholds Wayne Metro policies and procedures.
- Valid identification and reliable transportation.
- Although the Covid-19 vaccination is no longer mandated, it is encouraged. Wayne Metro will always prioritize the safety of our staff and clients.
- Ability to travel to various sites.