Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant
Location: Lansing, MI
Compensation: $75,000 – $85,000

Our client, a reputable and expanding company in the Lansing area, is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. This position provides visibility to leadership, ownership over core accounting activities, and the chance to drive process enhancements and support broader business initiatives.

Role Summary
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing general ledger activity, managing the close process, and assisting with financial reporting. This role works closely with various departments to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles
• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals and other adjustments
• Complete detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances
• Maintain accuracy of general ledger accounts
• Compile internal financial reports and supporting documentation
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts
• Assist with audit preparation and act as a liaison for external auditors
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Analyze financial results and provide meaningful insights to leadership
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–6+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Solid knowledge of GAAP principles
• Strong Excel skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities
• Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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