Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Brighton, Michigan

Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Friday — On Site Position

Compensation: $60,000-$100,000 annually, commensurate with experience and full benefit package

Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment? Our client in Brighton, MI, is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a critical role in financial reporting, analysis, and operational support within a manufacturing-focused organization. This position offers strong compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term growth potential for someone eager to make an impact and partner closely with leadership.

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for month-end close activities, financial reporting, cost and inventory accounting, audit support, and compliance-related functions. This role requires a detail-oriented, analytical professional who can work independently while collaborating effectively across departments. Qualified Staffing and our clients are EEOC compliant, Apply now!

• Lead month-end close processes, including cash flow reporting and reconciliations
• Manage inventory control, including work orders and inventory adjustments
• Oversee daily purchasing and sales reporting for management review
• Prepare and review intercompany invoices
• Generate and analyze internal financial reports
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and necessary adjustments
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
• Review account balances and perform detailed account reconciliations
• Evaluate accounts receivable and payable; manage collections and expenses
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records, including invoice posting
• Prepare sales and purchasing analyses for business operations and insurance renewals
• Provide audit support by preparing and reviewing required documentation
• Perform timely sales and use tax filings
• Prepare quarterly and annual sales schedules and tax-related reports
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
• Support electronic filing of manufacturing, R&D, and business surveys
• Review inventory records and assess required adjustments
• Lead manufacturing and cost accounting activities
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations

• Associate's degree in accounting or equivalent (bachelor's degree preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Manufacturing and inventory management experience required
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong overall technical aptitude
• Hands-on experience with Sage 100 or higher ERP systems
• Solid understanding of procurement, plant operations, GMP, BRC, and HACCP standards
• Experience with audit preparation, compliance, and regulatory reporting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented, goal-driven, and capable of working with limited supervision
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present financial information
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and credibility
• Demonstrated interest in working within an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented culture
• Authorized to work in the United States
• CPA license preferred but not required

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