Full-Time | Remote (Michigan-based preferred) | Salary: $75,000–$85,000 | Exempt

About the Role

The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) is seeking a Finance & Accounting Manager to lead the organization's day-to-day financial operations. This is a permanent, full-time position that plays a key part in maintaining MACD's fiscal health, supporting grant compliance, and providing financial guidance to both internal leadership and our statewide network of Conservation District members.

As part of a small, but mighty team, the ideal candidate is a detail-oriented financial professional who is comfortable working independently in a remote environment. If you thrive in a mission-driven nonprofit setting, and bring experience navigating the intersection of nonprofit, government, and grant-funded finance, you are a great fit. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and is supported by quarterly reviews with an external accounting firm.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Day-to-Day Finance

• Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance, process payroll, and maintain organized, audit-ready financial records.

Grant Financial Management

• Prepare and submit financial reports required by grant funders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Track grant expenditures and budgets to ensure compliance with award terms.
• Support grant reimbursement processes and coordinate with program staff on allowable costs.

Reporting & Budgeting

• Develop and present financial reports for Finance Committee meetings, including monthly and year-to-date statements.
• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the Executive Director and relevant staff.
• Provide financial analysis and projections to support organizational decision-making.

Member Services

• Provide financial guidance and support to MACD's Conservation District members as needed.
• Share tools, templates, or best practices to support member Conservation Districts' financial operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with nonprofit financial management and demonstrated experience with grant financial reporting, preferably with government or foundation grants.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Quickbooks Desktop, Google Drive, and Bill.com. 
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Comfort working independently in a fully remote environment.

Preferred

• Experience working with Conservation Districts, local government entities, or similar organizations.
• Proficiency with Monday.com or other similar task management and team collaboration tools, and Zeffy or other donation platforms.
• Familiarity with Michigan-specific nonprofit or government financial regulations.
• Experience providing financial training, coaching, or technical assistance to member organizations or staff.
• Michigan-based candidates strongly preferred.
• Experience with completing a single audit.

Benefits

• Fully remote work within the state of Michigan.
• Salary compensation range of $75,000–$85,000 based on skills and experience.
• All Federal holidays off, and a comprehensive sick leave policy.
• Two weeks paid vacation after the first 90 days of employment.
• Phone and home office stipend.
• Health and retirement stipend after the first 90 days of employment
• Flexible work schedule possible.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive and passionate team committed to environmental and conservation efforts.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter to Executive.Director@MACD.org as PDFs. We look forward to learning how your skills and experiences align with our mission!

MACD is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply, and value perspectives that reflect the communities and landscapes we serve across Michigan.

As a small organization, the hiring process can take a couple of months to complete once we close applications, but we will reply to every application we receive. 

Accepting applications until April 19, 2026.