Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Staff Accountant in Whitmore Lake, MI. Candidate will support the daily financial operations of the organization by maintaining general ledger integrity, leading essential month-end close processes, and administering payroll and expense management workflows. This role is long term and pays up to $34/hr depending on experience.

This role balances hands-on accounting tasks with strategic process improvements. From multi-account reconciliations and fixed asset schedules to payroll support and audit readiness, you will play a vital, high-visibility role in ensuring our financial data is precise, timely, and actionable across all operating regions.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Month-End Close

Maintain accurate financial records by performing general ledger reconciliations, recording prepaids, accruals, and fixed asset depreciation schedules, and executing month-end and year-end close activities

Analyze general ledger account variances, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with team members to safeguard data integrity and support accurate financial reporting.

Assist with payroll processing, payroll journal entries, and tax reconciliations

Manage corporate credit cards, monitor policy compliance, and facilitate employee expense reimbursements.

Support accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions, prepare timely sales tax filings, and maintain compliance across operational regions.

Assist with internal and external audits, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and the ongoing improvement and documentation of internal control systems.

Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, and site leadership to resolve financial queries, streamline reporting, and drive continuous accounting process improvements.

Must meet the following criteria;
Experience: 3–5 years of progressive general ledger accounting experience, preferably within a service industry or multi-site environment.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, with a strong, practical understanding of GAAP standards.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP’s, pivot tables) and enterprise ERP systems.
Hands-on experience with systems like QuickBooks Online, Rippling, or ADP/Paychex is highly preferred.

Proven experience in account reconciliations, month-end close procedures, fixed asset management, payroll support, and corporate credit card administration.

Familiarity with internal control principles, tax filings, and continuous process improvements.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative, customer-service-oriented approach to internal stakeholders.• At least 3 years of progressive experience in general ledger accounting, ideally within a service-based or multi-location organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, fixed assets, and payroll-related accounting tasks.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, corporate tax, sales tax, and related compliance responsibilities.
• Strong Excel skills, including functions such as pivot tables and advanced spreadsheet analysis.
• Experience using accounting and payroll platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Rippling, or similar enterprise systems is highly valued.
• Understanding of internal controls, financial documentation, and process improvement practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach to supporting internal stakeholders.