Staff Accountant - Lansing Area

Nienhuis Financial Group is a rapidly growing accounting firm committed to delivering excellence in fractional and managerial accounting services. Our client base includes small businesses with revenues of $1 M to $75M, including manufacturing, service, and non-profit. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to serve a key role with our clients overseeing various aspects of accounting operations and ensuring financial compliance.

Day travel to Grandville and Kalamazoo areas may be required to meet client needs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managerial accounting and a proven record of anticipating needs, problem solving, hitting deadlines and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger.
• Code invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and close the monthly books.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks.
• Reconcile customer accounts.
• Verify payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensure payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
• Provide outside auditors with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• File required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Depending on client needs, assist or complete the following: payroll, manage fixed assets, prepare and/or adjust trial balances, compensations and reviews.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Highly proficient with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience required.
• 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable.
• 2 years of payroll experience.