Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join a service-focused organization in Lansing, Michigan on a Contract to permanent basis. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage core accounting activities while helping maintain accurate reporting and steady daily operations. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and month-end processes in a hands-on accounting environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions to ensure financial records remain accurate and current.
• Prepare and post journal entries, maintaining organized documentation and supporting the integrity of monthly financial reporting.
• Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis, researching discrepancies and resolving outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Support month-end and quarterly close activities by reviewing balances, analyzing transactions, and assisting with financial statement preparation.
• Administer payroll-related accounting tasks, including local payroll tax processing and reconciliation of payroll entries.
• Track fixed assets, record additions and disposals, and maintain supporting schedules for depreciation and reporting purposes.
• Monitor cash activity and assist with cash flow management by reviewing inflows, outflows, and account balances.
• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data, prepare schedules, and generate reports that support accounting operations and decision-making.• 5+ years of accounting experience in roles involving general ledger ownership and full-cycle accounting support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and account reconciliation practices.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations, supporting month-end close, and contributing to quarterly accounting activities.
• Working knowledge of payroll processing, including local payroll tax considerations and related accounting entries.
• Familiarity with fixed asset accounting and GAAP-based financial practices.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to organize, analyze, and report financial information efficiently.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.