Senior Accountant

Position:
Senior Accountant
Salary: $65,000-$75,000

Location:

Grand Rapids, MI | Onsite

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to join their growing finance team. This position plays a key role in the organization's accounting operations, supporting month-end close activities, financial reporting, cash management, audit preparation, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working across multiple aspects of accounting and finance.

• Assist with the monthly close process, including the preparation and review of:
  • Inventory calculations
  • Sales and gross margin reporting
  • Revenue recognition schedules
  • Journal entries and account reconciliations
• Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and record necessary adjustments.
• Maintain cash activity records and supporting schedules.
• Process, upload, approve, void, and monitor banking transactions in accordance with company policies and internal controls.

• Prepare, file, and maintain UCC liens in compliance with company requirements.
• Assist with annual financial audits, including audit schedules, documentation requests, and auditor inquiries.
• Support quarterly DISC tax reporting by compiling qualified revenue, cost information, and international shipping documentation.

• Maintain fixed asset records within ERP and related software systems.
• Track asset additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and billings between entities.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, controls, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Support ERP system enhancements and recommend improvements to accounting processes and reporting capabilities.
• Participate in special projects, financial analyses, and other strategic initiatives as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• ERP system experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and organize financial data.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.