Director, Finance and Accounting is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the Detroit
Regional Chamber and supervising accounting staff. The position supports the accurate, timely, and consistent completion
of accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, projection, audit, and grant-related activities.The Director reviews staff work,
coordinates workloads and deadlines, maintains appropriate controls and documentation, and helps improve accounting
processes. The role also supports staff development, cross-training, and continuity within the accounting department
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Progressive accounting and finance experience, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, account
- reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Experience coordinating budgets, forecasts, projections, audits, or other recurring financial processes.
- Experience supervising, reviewing, coaching, or developing staff.
- Demonstrated critical-thinking, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and appropriate documentation.
RESPONSIBLITIES FOR A DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTINGAccounting Operations and Financial Reporting - manage the day-to-day accounting activities and coordinate monthly and year-end close processes, review accounting work and prepare confidential accounting activities
Budgeting, Projections and Management Reporting - coordinate the annual budget and monthly projection processes, review assumptions and variances and prepare financial information
Audit, Grants and Compliance - coordinate external audit activities and review grant financial reports
Staff Supervision, Controls and Process Improvements - supervise accounting staff, monitor internal controls and identify practical improvements involving workflow
Department Support - provide day-to-day coverage in absence of leadership and support finance department projects
WORK SCHEDULE FOR A DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTINGThis position is
full-time and typically works
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Hybrid work from home on Monday and Friday, in office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR ACCOUNTING TEAM?If you feel that you would be right for this nonprofit job, please fill out our initial
3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 48226
