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ACCOUNTANT II

Join our team, and make the world better, one discovery at a time.  Our mission is to improve the health and enhance the lives of current and future generations through disease research and science education.  Be a part of the day-to-day victories and the long-term successes. Van Andel Instituteis a nonprofit biomedical research and science education institute located in the heart ofGrand Rapids, MI’s vibrant Medical Mile. 

VAI is currently seeking to hire an ACCOUNTANT II. In this role, you join our Finance Team where you will be responsible for accounting functions and customer service.  You will work closely with Operations to support the Institute’s mission.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Recording daily cash and contribution transactions
• Calculating weekly cash transfers and wires
• Balance sheet account reconciliations
• Compiling budgets, management reporting, financial statements, and 990 returns for operating activity

WHAT YOU’LL LIKE MOST ABOUT WORKING IN THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT:

• Your work will make a difference in the future of human health and science education!
• You will be surrounded by driven, hard working professionals.
• New opportunities and challenges are always arising.
• The Institute and department offer several fun, teambuilding events, creating a community.
• The opportunity to learn new perspectives and share yours in a diverse, collaborative environment.

YOU SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS/TRAITS:

• Attention to Detail – you are able to provide excellent work on many tasks and track multiple activities with limited errors.
• Outstanding Customer Service – your role as an accountant is to support Operations by understanding their needs, provide accurate and timely data/ reports, and communicate results, questions and concerns professionally.
• Self-Starter – self motivation and excitement for the Institute’s mission.
• Team Player –work along with the Finance team to provide excellent reporting and meet important deadlines.
• Ownership – take ownership of work and seek solutions to exceed customers’ expectations.

TO BE A SUCCESSFUL MEMBER OF OUR TEAM, WE WILL MEASURE YOU ON THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

• Team Player/ Team Satisfaction
• Customer Satisfaction
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Timeliness
• Ownership

THE SKILLS YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO HAVE IN THIS ROLE:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major emphasis in accounting.

• Excels in Microsoft Office (with an emphasis in Microsoft Excel), verbal and written communication, and other applicable tools to perform job function.

• Hard working and committed to producing strong results.

• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Three to four years Accounting experience.

THE SKILLS WE ARE WILLING TO TRAIN YOU ON:

• Developing budgets
• Financial analysis
• Compilation of financial statements and 990 returns
• Institute specific software applications

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

All full-time employees of Van Andel Institute are eligible for benefits, effective day one!

YOUR NEXT STEPS!

If you are a person who has demonstrated success in these areas, we would love to have a conversation with you! The first step in beginning this conversation is starting your application.  

In addition to your resume, please provide a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this role and how this position aligns with your goals.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application or any questions, please email Natalie Rinaldi at Natalie.Rinaldi@vai.org

VAI IS ACTIVELY STRIVING TO DIVERSIFY ITS WORKFORCE AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGES QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS FROM UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS TO APPLY. VAN ANDEL INSTITUTE IS AN EEO AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Required Skills Required Experience

• Involvement and support throughout the proposal and preconstruction processes.   
• Work closely with estimating and purchasing during the procurement/buy-out phase of the project. 
• Provide constructability reviews of drawings and budget updates, as necessary.  
• Review and management of project team and staffing requirements.  
• Attend and run weekly owner/architect/contractor (OAC) project and subcontractor meetings; manage preparation and distribution of meeting minutes. 
• Continuously coordinate with field staff (General Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, etc.) on project goals, budget and schedule.    
• Overall management of project financials, including cost reporting, monthly requisitions, review and approval of invoices: ensure timely completion, management of the requisition process to maintain cash flow throughout the project and address/communicate issues proactively and promptly. 
• Budget forecasting.  
• Change Management (including negotiation of disputes as necessary). 
• Represent Consigli with Owner, Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors. 
• Main point of contact for Owner communication and reporting.
• Mentor staff: manage multiple team members on large complex or multiple projects.
• Provide evaluation(s) of team members on performance and identify training needs. Conduct training and development of others.
• Provide oversight and management of project controls including RFIs, submittals and material delivery tracking with support from APM and PE. 
• Oversight of Material Delivery tracking and reporting. 
• Oversight of meeting agenda, the development of minutes and reporting.
• Maintain close relations with subcontractors, including early notification of submittal & material delivery schedule expectations. 
• Assist the project Superintendent and other team members in the resolution of all critical issues with a focus on quality, cost, and schedule. Provide documentation as necessary.
• Monitor executed subcontracts and insurance certificates; verify contracts and insurance are in place prior to commencing work. 
• Work closely with Project Scheduler to update and distribute project master schedule with input from Superintendent and project teams.  
• Complete and implement project closeout checklist.
• Manage the timely close out documentation process for assembly and submission to the Design Team and Owner.
• Provide oversight and coordination of the work; manage issuance and completion of punchlist to Subcontractors; drive project to completion.  
• Observations and Field Reports: work with project team to conduct field walks as necessary and compile any corresponding documentation accordingly. Review Design Team field reports and work with required parties to resolve open items and drive resolution. 
• Perform regular safety walks with field and safety staff and record observations.
• Assist in preparation and present at interviews for project pursuits. 
• Take lead in the development and management optimal project profit opportunities including self-perform trades.