STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Staff AccountantTroy, MichiganJob DetailsFULLY ON-SITE M-F, 8-5 NO holidays or weekends!Position SummaryThe 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 ExpectationsPrepare 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.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredUnderstanding 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.