Who we are:
West Michigan Partnership for Children (WMPC) administers foster care services to children and families in Kent County, MI in partnership with Bethany Christian Services, Catholic Charities West Michigan, D.A. Blodgett—St. John’s, Samaritas, and Wellspring Lutheran Services. WMPC executes an innovative performance-based funding model through a contract with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), utilizing a capitated allocation payment mechanism that allows for savings generated from practice and program improvements to be reinvested into the foster care system. WMPC utilizes software that allows for predictive analytics to inform strategy and practice, and to flag cases that are at risk for further review. WMPC’s mission is to empower communities to create better futures for children and families through innovation and collaboration and it does this through its core values of accountable, data-driven, innovative, trauma-informed, tireless collaboration, and social justice.

We are a talented, creative group of passionate professionals who are committed to creating better futures for children. We value a workplace which embraces multi-dimensional diversity and promotes work-life balance. We are energized and motivated by our mission of improving outcomes for children and we know that it takes all of us! Our work environment is highly collaborative, both within WMPC and within the community, and we believe the best solutions lie within those we serve. Join us as our new Accounting Manager! While this position is primarily remote, we are looking for someone local to West Michigan.

How you will spend your day:

• Maintaining the general ledger, monitoring, and maintaining accounting records.
• Supervising two finance team members.
• Leading the financial closing process (monthly and year-end).
• Maintaining proper internal controls as well as fiscal policies and procedures.
• Supporting the annual financial statement audit.
• Collaborating with the Care Coordination team regarding approvals for service utilization to ensure expenses are within the WMPC budget and meet policy and contract requirements.
• Processing sub-recipient and vendor reimbursements.
• Monitoring project/program financial and performance reporting; enforcing contract provisions through written and oral directives; and recommending necessary budget and contract changes.
• Managing WMPC’s procurement process and ensuring compliance with relevant federal and other oversight guidelines.
• Assisting our CFO in preparation of the WMPC annual budget while incorporating forecasts and volume projections into budget.
• Performing cost analysis of current and proposed services, programs, and departments.
• Assisting our CFO in reviewing cash balances and projected uses for making investment recommendations.
• Maintaining financial reporting in accordance with MDHHS’s EGRAM’s System.
• Ensuring inclusion of strategic ways WMPC can advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all grants, contracts, and new initiatives.
• Assisting in the advancement of the WMPC team development of intercultural competence.
• Supporting the advancement of WMPC’s work to affirm LGBTQ+ persons in foster care and programming.
• Committing to personal advancement in knowledge and integration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Maintaining an openness to learn and participate in an organization that strives to be trauma informed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we need from you:

• 5 Years of progressive related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Meticulous attention to details to ensure accuracy in documentation and data.
• Ability to gather raw data and process that data into meaningful forms using scientific approaches.
• Background in analyzing business plans, budgets, projections, and assumptions.
• Knowledge of a variety of funding types and reporting requirements, federal and state laws, rules, and regulations related to the child welfare industry.
• Experience working with industry research and or government contracting.
• Familiarity and understanding of best practices for project management and performance-based contract management. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) experience preferred.
• Experience in performing cost analysis of financial products and services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to lead and interact with a diverse group of individuals and stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and web-based applications, especially Excel.

What we provide:

• We know our team members are our greatest resource! We invest in them by offering:
• A dynamic and creative team culture.
• Flexible scheduling, remote/hybrid work, and generous PTO to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Health benefits with WMPC contributions.
• $1500 HSA for team members with WMPC health insurance.
• 403B with WMPC Contributions.
• $1000 sign on bonus.
• Professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to create better futures for children.

What to do next:
If this sounds like you, go to Apply for a Great Job at WMPC using this link https://secure2.entertimeonline.com/ta/WestMichiganPart.careers?CareersSearch