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The University of Michigan Center for Innovation (UMCI) in Detroit is a transformative initiative dedicated to expanding access to education, promoting innovation, and supporting inclusive economic development. By offering graduate education, workforce training, research collaborations, and community engagement, UMCI serves as an important bridge between academia, industry, and the broader Detroit community advancing the city's growth as a hub for talent and opportunity
Reporting to the Director, Administration and Finance the Senior Accountant meaningfully contributes in managing UMCI's financial operations, supporting month-end, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple fund types (operating, designated, gift, and grant). As the Senior Accountant you will prepare journal entries, conduct complex financial analyses, and ensure the accuracy of financial statement line items. You will also help provide support in developing the annual operating budget, prepare financial reports for departmental leadership, and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures.
The position is designed as a hybrid role (#LI-Hybrid ) with a blend of remote and onsite responsibilities.
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- Reconcile general ledger accounts and perform financial analysis across multiple fund types (e.g., general, grants, endowments).
- Prepare financial reports for University leadership, Regents, and regulatory agencies.
- Process and review journal entries related to key financial statement items.
- Perform internal controls, support gap analysis, and assist in refining accounting policies.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist in annual budget development, planning, coordination, and variance analysis.
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