We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial operations, including closing books, reconciling accounts, and preparing audit schedules. This position requires a hands-on individual who is prepared to work with complex data and meet crucial deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure accuracy in financial postings to support month-end close processes.<br>• Manage and execute activities related to closing the books and resolving delays in financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and organize schedules and documentation required for audits, ensuring compliance with requests and standards.<br>• Work extensively with Linq accounting software and databases to extract and analyze data effectively.<br>• Handle ACH transactions and other financial activities while maintaining proper documentation.<br>• Assist in creating and formatting audit schedules based on previous years to meet auditor requirements.<br>• Collaborate with team members to locate and present financial data in appropriate formats.<br>• Provide technical expertise to streamline accounting processes and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Support year-end closing processes to avoid further delays and ensure timely reporting.<br>• Adapt to evolving priorities and assist with ad hoc accounting tasks as needed.

• Proven experience in month-end close processes and general ledger management.<br>• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Strong knowledge of audit preparation and the ability to create schedules efficiently.<br>• Familiarity with Linq accounting software or similar systems.<br>• Adept at working with large sets of data and extracting relevant information.<br>• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.<br>• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.<br>• Experience in accounting for public sector entities, such as schools, is a plus.

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