Accountant

MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Partnership is actively recruiting an Accountant. We are seeking a motivated, self-starter to help us manage our funding so we can strengthen our communities. 

The accountant provides hands on accounting leadership and must be able to efficiently maintain financial records and reports and perform account reconciliation. Supports the Agency in grant/contract management; the monthly accounting cycle to include general ledger, accounts payable, fixed asset, accounts receivable and cash management; budgeting; payroll; and audit preparation. The position supports the Fiscal department while performing day-to-day accounting, data transactions, and operations for the department. 

Pay: $34.05
Schedule: Non-Exempt, Day Shift, Monday – Friday, Full-Time
Remote: Partially Remote
Location: Detroit Lakes, MN
Benefits: Health & Dental Insurance, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Holiday Pay, PTO and more…

Why join the MAHUBE-OTWA family?
Be part of our team of passionate, purpose-driven colleagues who believe in our Agency values - Client Focused, Community Minded and Resourceful. Help us achieve our Mission to empower people to achieve self-sufficiency. Make a lasting impact in the fight against poverty and homelessness. Make a difference in the lives of others. Help us deliver tangible results that empower people and strengthen our communities.

EEO Statement: MAHUBE-OTWA will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination. Such employment practices include, but are not limited to, the following: hiring, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, selection, layoff, disciplinary action, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible. 

A COMPLETED AGENCY APPLICATION IS REQUIRED as well as 2 work related letters of reference. Please add references to your application or send separately to hr@mahube.org.  Complete the application on our website WWW.MAHUBE.ORG/APPLY-NOW

• BA or BS in accounting/Finance required.  One (1) to three (3) years of previous accounting experience in non-profit/governmental accounting or master's degree preferred. 
• Knowledge of GAAP, Fund Accounting and OMB required.
• Ability to assist in evaluating fiscal systems – identifying measures and actions needed to improve or correct operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to explain and convey information.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, stay organized, manage time, and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong computer knowledge and experience including Microsoft Office Suite, databases, internet and email; ability to learn program specific fiscal software - Abila MIP software preferred.
• Excellent mathematics, calculations, comprehension, and problem-solving skills to analyze, report and convey accurate and timely financial information. With attention to detail, must have the ability to gather information/data and present in various formats.
• Must be able to honor private/confidential information.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must qualify work in fiscal through DHS NetStudy or other acceptable clearance.