What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at NCMS – National Center for Manufacturing Sciences?
Job Description: Accountant
Location:
This is a hybrid role and requires 3 days in the office in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in office & Tuesday and Friday remote.
Supervisory Duties:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities or direct people management responsibilities.
Who We Are:
The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) is a cross-industry technology development consortium, dedicated to improving the competitiveness and strength of the U.S. industrial base. As a member-based organization, it leverages its network of industry, government, and academic partners to develop, demonstrate, and transition innovative technologies efficiently, with less risk and lower cost.
NCMS enables world-class member companies to work effectively with other members on new opportunities – bringing together highly capable companies with providers and end-users who need their innovations and technology solutions. NCMS members benefit from an accelerated progression of idea creation through execution.
Job Purpose:
The Accountant is responsible for auditing and processing invoices that are sent to our accounts payable department.
Primary Responsibilities
- Auditing invoices for accuracy.
- Work with other financial staff team members on other projects as needed.
- Work with project managers and projects teams to resolve any invoice questions.
- Perform monthly financial reconciliations as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Must be a citizen of the United States.
- Must have or be eligible to obtain government security clearance.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless legally exempt.
- Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule; Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in office & Tuesday and Friday remote.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 1-3 years working in the field.
- Experience with accounts payable.
- Excellent customer service.
- Strong attention to detail is required.
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills and familiarity with accounting software would be preferred.
- Experience with Uniform Grant Guidance CFR Part 200 is helpful but not required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.
This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include checks for criminal history, driving records, financial history, and education verification, as permitted by law.
NCMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER