Senior Accountant

Description

Senior Accountant

Our SW Michigan based group of companies can offer excellent advancement for a Senior Accountant willing to take initiative and work hard. Our companies range from Manufacturing, Distribution and Services, that have been in business for over 40 years. We operate in both domestic and international markets. We are currently growing through acquisitions and organic development. In this position, you will play a key role in various aspects of our business as follows:

• Prepare monthly close, AJE’s, financial statements and related general ledger analysis.
• Prepare financial and operational analysis to support key business decisions. 
• Develop accounting best practices for integrating acquired entities.
• Participate in significant IT software/ERP upgrades in financial reporting and migrate the acquired US Entities to one system, Sage 100. Develop consolidated reporting for multiple US and UK Entities.
• Become internal resources for all software programs used. Ability to learn, implement and train peers on new programs.
• Monitor tax compliance with certain states and prepare related returns.
• Prepare reports and analysis for third party tax and audit compliance firms.
• Assist in other areas or be a resource for AR, AP, and bank operations.
• As needed, assist HR Manager with payroll processing and managing benefit programs.

Requirements

Accountant Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field preferred
• Two to five years of proven accounting or auditing experience 
• Experience with ERP and Accounting software packages required. Currently using Sage 100, QuickBooks, Expensify and Paylocity.
• Excellent computer skills and experience in Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced skills with Excel functions.
• Excellent organization, written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of accounting best practices, laws, state/national regulations and GAAP
• Ability to problem solve, multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently across multiple entities