Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in New Baltimore, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position will focus on strengthening daily financial processes, improving account accuracy, and providing dependable support across core accounting activities. The role is well suited for someone who can work independently, manage detailed reconciliations, and help maintain clean, reliable financial data in a dynamic environment.

The day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Manage daily accounting activities with an emphasis on improving the accuracy and completeness of accounts receivable and accounts payable records.

• Review invoices and related documentation to verify proper coding, support timely processing, and resolve discrepancies when needed.

• Perform cash accounting tasks, including reconciliations, cash activity tracking, and support for line of credit reporting.

• Prepare and maintain intercompany reconciliations to ensure balances are aligned and exceptions are addressed promptly.

• Contribute to project accounting efforts by monitoring financial details, validating transactions, and supporting reporting needs.

• Assist with the preparation of clean and accurate financial data for system-related implementation and recovery activities.

• Support month-end close processes through journal entries, general ledger analysis, and account reconciliation activities.

• Help coordinate banking-related updates by working through documentation needs and supporting communication tied to account changes.

The ideal candidate will have the following skillsets:

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including work in a senior-level accounting capacity.

• Strong background in month-end close, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry preparation.

• Proven experience completing account reconciliations, including cash and intercompany balancing.

• Familiarity with accounts receivable, accounts payable, and invoice review processes.

• Experience supporting implementation-related accounting work and data migration validation.

• Ability to manage detailed financial information with a high degree of accuracy and organization.

• Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems such as Great Plains or SAP is preferred.