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.