Careers

Come help us build communities, create jobs and support families

Northern Initiatives staff and board celebrate 30 years of supporting small businesses

Your team across the state, but always together

Are you looking for a career where you can contribute in a variety of ways? Do you love to expand your skills? At Northern Initiatives, you are making a difference in the lives of people all over Michigan. Using technology, you collaborate with your co-workers remotely, or in person. We are always looking for ways to improve the lives of small business owners and families.

Not only in the community, but part of a community

At NI, we offer paid time off for holidays, personal time, sick time and vacation. We believe time away to rest and rejuvenate is important. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your family, life and long-term disability insurance, and short term disability.  We are always looking for benefits that are affordable and valuable to our team. In 2020, we started offering cybersecurity coverage for employees, and the option of emergency medical transportation coverage.

NI encourages volunteerism for community benefit. It’s part of our mission to improve where we live and work every way we can!

Job Openings

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to careers@northerninitiatives.org or apply through Indeed.

Accountant

Hybrid, based in Michigan
The Accountant position ensures that the day-to-day operations relating to finance and accounting are executed properly. In coordination with the accounting team, including the Senior Accountant and CFO/Accounting Manager, the Accountant is responsible for financial statement preparation and reporting, financial analysis when needed, and supporting compliance requirements. They are an integral member of the accounting team.
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CFO (Chief Financial Officer)

Hybrid, based in Michigan
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for managing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring the organization’s financial health and sustainability. This role will lead the accounting/finance team, as well as oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and compliance requirements. The CFO will work closely with the President/CEO and Board of Directors to develop and implement financial strategies that support the organization’s mission and goals.
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What Our Employees Are Saying

“Because the work we do makes a difference, each one of the staff members at Northern Initiatives believes in the mission and is passionate about our work. And boy, do we have fun. What a great group to work – and laugh – with.”
Amanda BlondeauChief Operating Officer
Amanda Blondeau
“The entrepreneurs I work with are inspiring and take 'hustle' to a new level. I love talking about their strategies and showing them new resources. I've also gotten enormous support from everyone at Northern Initiatives as I learn this new (to me) job."
Cailin KellyBusiness Coach
Northern Initiatives business coatch
"Even though a lot of us work remotely, we still feel like colleagues and, at times, even family. It's the most supportive place I've ever worked."
Jodee TaylorCommunications Coordinator
Northern Initiatives Marquette office