Communities First, Inc. is a Michigan-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) whose mission is to build healthy, vibrant communities through economic development, affordable housing, and innovative programming. CFI is focused on providing safe, quality, affordable housing, increasing economic opportunities, and improving the quality of life of the populations that the organization serves.
Job Summary
The Accounting Coordinator – Accounts Payable & Receivable is responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of Communities First, Inc. by accurately processing accounts payable and accounts receivable, handling billing, performing reconciliations, and maintaining financial records. This role works closely with the Director of Finance, Senior Accountant, and Accountant to ensure the timely processing of transactions, compliance with organizational policies, and accurate financial reporting.
Essential Functions
Process accounts for payable transactions, including invoices, expense reports, check requests, and vendor payments.
Generate invoices, tenant billings, program billings, and other accounts for receivable transactions.
Respond to vendor, resident, customer, and internal staff inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances.
Education
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Training, and Experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or general accounting support.
Experience with accounting and financial management software such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Yardi, AppFolio, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems preferred.
Essential Physical Requirements
Reporting Structure
This position reports directly to the Director of Finance and works closely with the Senior Accountant and Accountant.
Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance
Communities First, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To ensure equal employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities, Communities First, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the organization would result. We support and promote equal employment opportunities, human dignity, racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity by taking positive steps to eliminate barriers that may exist in hiring and in employment practices. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
This job description does not list all duties of the job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. This job description may be revised at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, or no reason.
