STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Description

Staff Accountant

Troy, Michigan


Job Details

FULLY ON-SITE
M-F, 8-5
NO holidays or weekends!

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the accounting department by assisting with daily accounting operations, account reconciliations, journal entries, cash reporting, sales tax filing, and month-end and year-end close activities. 

Essential Responsibilities, Authorities and Expectations

Other duties may be assigned.

  • Prepare journal entries under supervision.
  • Assist with month-end close activities.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
  • Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts.
  • Reconcile daily cash activity and assist with cash reporting.
  • Post customer payments and maintain accounts receivable records.
  • Assist with accounts payable processing and invoice verification.
  • Support preparation of sales and use tax filings.
  • Assist in preparing management reports and financial analyses.
  • Support monthly profit and loss reporting.
  • Assist with budget and business plan preparation.
  • Maintain monthly bank reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  • Research and resolve routine accounting discrepancies.
  • Respond to internal requests for financial information.
  • Assist with year-end audit preparation.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives.
  • Cross-train in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • Understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP) and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a team environment and also independently.