Accountant - grant and fund accounting (Detroit, MI)

Bright Rook Water Authority is looking for an Accountant. The job centres on grant and fund accounting for water quality, and it would suit someone who likes steady, practical work. You would join a large organisation of about 677 people based in Detroit. What you will do • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Track costs around meter reading against budget and explain variances to managers. • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to water quality, and clear open items. What we are looking for • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. Nice to have • Experience with water quality. • Familiarity with audit requirements. Working arrangement • Part-time, about 16 hours a week, mornings. • On site in Detroit, with some flexibility after the first few months. • We reply to every applicant.