Accounting Analyst

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Full Time Professional Grand Rapids, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition

At Air Life, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow, we are a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world.

Our expanding family of the most trusted brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work.

Join us!

The Accounting Analyst position analyzes ERP and GL data to identify anomalies, trends, root causes, and process improvements, performs budget‑vs‑actual variance analysis, and works with cross‑functional partners and IT to resolve issues. The role also supports financial reporting, account reconciliations, and the monthly close, as well as the year‑end audit and compliance with internal controls and GAAP. This role will play a key part in modernizing our accounting processes by applying automation and AI tools, and supporting AI governance, to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Self-starter, time management skills, good oral and written communication skills, accounting proficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, including spreadsheet/Excel formulas.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records are required.
• A strong desire to identify process improvement opportunities and drive efficiency, including using technology and
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics GP, One Stream, or Power BI is preferred.

• The ideal candidate will have accounting experience of 1-3 years.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

• Potential for 1-3 trips a year.

• Analyze ERP/GL data to identify anomalies and trends, investigate their root causes, and partner with cross functional teams and IT to resolve them and recommend process improvements.
• Help lead process improvement initiatives, including evaluating and adopting automation and AI tools, and support the development of AI governance practices that promote responsible, compliant, and well‑documented use within the accounting function.
• Prepare and post month‑end journal entries, perform monthly account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner, assist with accruals and other closing procedures, and support monthly financial reporting and analysis as needed.
• Work with other departments to ensure completeness of accruals and reserves and maintain accurate records and ongoing financial quality control of work papers.
• Perform daily cash reconciliation and reporting, entering weekly payments and routine banking duties, and assisting with insurance requests including certificates of insurance.
• Assist with the year‑end audit and provide applicable support, ensuring compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP in day‑to‑day accounting activities.
• Cross‑train on other…