Accountant - Business and Finance

Allendale, MI

Full Time

R103517

This position will prepare and monitor non-student related billings to support grants, contracts and other billings across a range of university departments. In addition, this position will process reports, prepare journal entries to support the accounting and budget office.

Salary and Benefits: $50,000-$60,000

• https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefits/executive-administrative-and-professional-staff-benefits-464.htm including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Primary Duties:

• Prepare and submit post-award invoices and/or financial reports to support grants and contracts.

• Collect information needed to track, record and collect other receivables owed to the University.

• Send reminders for payments and contact customers when assigned.

• Prepare related journal entries for the accounting and budget office.

• Prepare and assist with monthly and quarterly reports.

• Assist budget office with creation, maintenance and monitoring of positions and their budgets.

• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with students, faculty and staff.

• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to complete projects on a timely basis and manage multiple priorities.

• Attention to detail and reconciliation experience.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office software suite, particularly Excel.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree majoring in accounting or closely related field.

• Minimum three (3) years of related experience in Accounting or Receivables.

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

How to Apply: Attach your resume. Applications missing required documents will not be considered if applicable. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact department Karen Mushongmailto:troutj@gvsu.edu, mailto:mushongk@gvsu.edu, or 616-331-2233. If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at mailto:hro@gvsu.edu.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application Deadline: Application closes September 5, 2025. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See http://www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.

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