Staff Accountant

Harvard Resource Solutions/Venteon is seeking a Staff Accountant for their client in Royal Oak on a direct hire basis.In officeSalary Range: 75K - 85K ( Based upon experience and education)High potential for growth and advancementFull benefits ( Health, dental, vision insurance, PTO and holiday pay)Position SummaryThe Staff Accountant will provide support across a variety of accounting, accounts receivable, collections, and administrative functions. This role requires a highly organized professional who can manage financial transactions, maintain accurate records, support month-end close activities, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister the full accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, payment processing, account maintenance, and collections.Coordinate invoice creation and cash application activities while partnering with and providing oversight to the offshore transactional support team.Review, verify, and reconcile customer invoices, payments, and account activity to ensure accuracy.Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable records and subsidiary ledgers.Work closely with Sales Operations to resolve billing discrepancies and process customer account adjustments.Communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances through phone and email outreach, escalating unresolved issues as needed.Maintain financial records and generate reports using QuickBooks Enterprise and other accounting systems.Analyze invoices and expense documentation to accurately code transactions and prepare journal entries.Establish and maintain electronic payment information for customer accounts.Ensure invoices, payment confirmations, and supporting documentation are properly organized and retained.Maintain accurate electronic filing systems and financial records.Perform daily bank reconciliations and assist with cash management reporting.Prepare and post daily and monthly journal entries to the general ledger.Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.Participate in special projects, including automation initiatives, system enhancements, data imports, and AI-driven process improvements.Required QualificationsMinimum of three (3) years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively with minimal supervision.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying solutions.Preferred QualificationsExperience with QuickBooks Enterprise or similar accounting software platforms.Payroll administration experience.Cash management or treasury-related experience.Prior experience within the recycling, transportation, waste management, logistics, or related industries.Experience working in a paperless or highly automated accounting environment.Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and implement operational efficiencies.Proven commitment to accountability, continuous improvement, and organizational excellence.If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to apply to this job and email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.At Harvard Resource Solutions, our talent acquisition team is proud to provide our clients with the most qualified Administrative & Clerical talent in the industry today.#HRS #J-18808-Ljbffr