Accounting Generalist
Kaleva, MI Admin
Job Type
Full-time
Description

  

Position Summary

The Accounting Generalist provides day-to-day accounting and administrative support to ensure accurate, timely processing of transactions and reporting. This role supports core accounting functions including AP/AR support, invoicing, cash application, account reconciliations, basic journal entries, and coordination with plant/operations teams to resolve documentation and transaction issues.


Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP) Support

  • Review and process vendor invoices; verify PO/receipt matching where applicable.
  • Coordinate invoice discrepancies with Purchasing/Receiving and vendors.
  • Support weekly payment runs and maintain AP records/files.

Accounts Receivable (AR) / Invoicing Support

  • Prepare and send customer invoices; ensure required documentation is complete (BOLs, packing slips, PODs).
  • Support cash application and customer account maintenance.
  • Assist with collections follow-up and customer inquiry resolution.

General Accounting & Month-End Support

  • Assist with account reconciliations (e.g., cash, prepaid, accruals, inventory-related clearing accounts).
  • Prepare basic journal entries and supporting schedules under supervision.
  • Support month-end close activities and reporting deadlines.

Operational/Plant Support (as needed)

  • Partner with shipping/receiving and operations to ensure accurate paperwork flow impacting invoicing and inventory/costing.
  • Assist with tracking and filing of freight bills, receiving documents, and related accounting support.

Process & Data Accuracy

  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal controls.
  • Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and cycle time.
Requirements

  

Required Qualifications

  • 1–3+ years of experience in accounting support, AP/AR, or a general accounting role (manufacturing/plant environment a      plus).
  • Proficiency with an ERP system and Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, sorting/filtering).
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience with month-end close support and reconciliations.
  • Familiarity with sales tax, freight billing, and/or inventory-related transactions.

  

Work Schedule

  • Monday - Thursday
  • 10-Hour Shifts
  • Three-day Weekends every week

Paid Holidays & Time Off

  • One-week paid holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year's
  • One-week paid holiday shutdown for the July 4th holiday
  • Additional paid holidays and paid time off per company policy

Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being:

  • Medical Insurance: Blue Care Network (BCN)

              Includes a wellness discount

  • Vision Insurance: VSP
  • Dental Insurance: Employer-Paid Delta Dental
  • Short-Term Disability: Employer-Paid
  • Life Insurance: $50,000 Employer-Paid life insurance policy