Senior Accountant

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We are seeking a Senior Accountant (AP Operations & Finance Support) to join our finance team in a role that combines hands-on operational responsibilities with analytical support functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for accounts payable and expense management, and collaborate closely with the Head of Tax to ensure timely and accurate tax filing and compliance. Additionally, the role provides essential support with payroll administration, plays a key role in the month-end and year-end closing, and provides assistance and cover for other areas of the finance function where needed.

This hybrid role offers the flexibility to remote work from home alongside the opportunity to collaborate from our Royal Oak, Michigan office, with in-person attendance encouraged as needed for team collaboration and essential meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Management

• Oversee complete accounts payable cycle from invoice receipt to payment
• Review and approve vendor invoices, ensuring proper authorization and coding
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate payment terms when appropriate
• Prepare detailed AP aging reports and cash flow projections
• Implement and maintain AP controls and procedures
• Resolve complex vendor disputes and payment discrepancies
• Support month-end accruals and financial statement preparation

Expense Management & Analysis

• Oversee corporate expense management program and policy compliance
• Review and analyze departmental spending patterns and budget variances
• Manage corporate credit card programs and reconciliations
• Prepare detailed expense analytics and management reporting
• Conduct expense audits and ensure policy adherence
• Support budget preparation and forecasting processes
• Handle complex travel and entertainment expense reviews

Tax Compliance

• Assist with preparation of various tax returns (sales, use, property, etc.) across multiple states and jurisdictions
• Support tax provision calculations and quarterly estimates
• Help maintain tax work papers and supporting documentation
• Assist with tax audits and information requests
• Support research on tax issues and regulation changes
• Help coordinate with external tax advisors and CPAs
• Assist with tax planning initiatives and compliance monitoring
• Support transfer pricing documentation and reporting

Payroll Functions

• Assist with multi-state payroll processing and compliance
• Support payroll tax filings and quarterly reporting
• Help resolve complex payroll issues and employee inquiries
• Assist with year-end payroll processes (W-2s, 1099s)
• Support payroll system implementations and upgrades
• Help maintain payroll controls and documentation
• Assist with payroll-related journal entries and accruals

General Accounting & Analysis

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Assist with banking and associated reconciliations
• Assist with ad hoc requests when required

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
• Tax preparation and compliance experience
• Proficiency in payroll processing, reporting and compliance
• Proficiency in accounting software (Work Day, SAP, Quick Books, etc.)
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with expense management platforms
• Knowledge of banking and treasury management systems
• Familiarity with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, etc.)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Professional judgment and ethical standards

What we’ll do for you:

• 33 days’…