We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In this role, you will manage key accounting activities, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and support external audits. Using your expertise in accounting principles, you will help maintain the integrity of financial data and provide valuable insights to support our financial operations. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statements, in compliance with GAAP standards. • Collect and organize sales tax exemption certificates from customers to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. • Support the preparation and analysis of reports summarizing financial activities, such as income, expenses, and earnings. • Collaborate with the accounts payable team to review vendor invoices for accuracy and perform necessary reconciliations. • Assist with external audits by coordinating with auditors and providing required documentation for year-end and periodic reviews. • Prepare and submit mandatory regulatory reports, including those required by agencies such as the Bureau of Economic Analysis. • Oversee the management of contract expiration dates and ensure timely renewals or terminations. • Train employees on accounting system procedures to ensure accurate data entry and efficient invoice processing. • Perform administrative tasks such as organizing financial documents, maintaining records in accounting systems, and managing financial correspondence.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. • Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. • Proficiency in GAAP and strong knowledge of accounting principles. • Hands-on experience with sales tax and related compliance. • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. • Familiarity with sales tax software, such as Avalara, is a plus. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external auditors.

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Ann Arbor, MI
onsite
Permanent
65000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In this role, you will manage key accounting activities, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and support external audits. Using your expertise in accounting principles, you will help maintain the integrity of financial data and provide valuable insights to support our financial operations. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statements, in compliance with GAAP standards. • Collect and organize sales tax exemption certificates from customers to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. • Support the preparation and analysis of reports summarizing financial activities, such as income, expenses, and earnings. • Collaborate with the accounts payable team to review vendor invoices for accuracy and perform necessary reconciliations. • Assist with external audits by coordinating with auditors and providing required documentation for year-end and periodic reviews. • Prepare and submit mandatory regulatory reports, including those required by agencies such as the Bureau of Economic Analysis. • Oversee the management of contract expiration dates and ensure timely renewals or terminations. • Train employees on accounting system procedures to ensure accurate data entry and efficient invoice processing. • Perform administrative tasks such as organizing financial documents, maintaining records in accounting systems, and managing financial correspondence.
2025-10-27T21:53:45Z

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