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16 results for Cost Accountant in Ann Arbor, MI

Property Accountant

Southfield, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The Property Accountant is responsible for the accurate financial reporting and accounting of assigned real estate properties. This role partners closely with property management and ownership to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial information, while maintaining strong internal controls and adherence to budgets, lender requirements, and accounting standards. The Property Accountant supports month-end close, budgeting, audit and tax preparation, and financing-related reporting across a portfolio of properties.Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, including cash, assets, and liabilities, and perform analytical reviews of operational data such as expense classification and budget adherence.</li><li>Post monthly journal entries to ensure financial statements are accurate and properly stated.</li><li>Provide timely and accurate financial reports to property managers and ownership on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of annual and monthly budgets for assigned properties and related entities.</li><li>Coordinate with tax and audit professionals to prepare annual financial information and ensure timely filing of audit and tax returns.</li><li>Review and ensure proper classification of all property-level revenues and expenses.</li><li>Monitor cash balances regularly to ensure sufficient funds for operations and timely payment of liabilities.</li><li>Ensure timely payment of mortgages and other property-related obligations.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of financial reporting related to financing and refinancing activities, including lender reporting and compliance requirements.</li><li>Prepare and process replacement reserve draws in accordance with lender and ownership requirements.</li><li>Record fixed assets on a quarterly basis and ensure accurate capitalization.</li><li>Review job cost invoices and postings to confirm accuracy and alignment with approved budgets.</li><li>Assist with special projects and ad hoc accounting initiatives as assigned.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>Two (2)+ years of property or real estate accounting experience preferred.</li><li>Working knowledge of GAAP and property accounting principles.</li><li>Experience with property management or accounting software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, or similar) preferred.</li><li>Strong reconciliation, analytical, and organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with property managers and ownership.</li></ul>
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Jackson, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Jackson, Michigan in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This position will support core accounting operations across payables, receivables, reconciliations, payroll, and month-end close while helping maintain accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping. • Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and support routine accounting adjustments. • Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records current and reliable. • Assist with month-end closing tasks, including account analysis, accruals, and supporting schedules. • Process payroll and verify related data to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. • Compile financial reports and help prepare internal financial statements for management review. • Support corporate tax and sales tax activities by organizing data, maintaining documentation, and assisting with filings. • Contribute to accounting workflows involving organizational accounting and payroll software as needed.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Maumee, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Analyst to support financial accuracy, reporting, and operational analysis in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role offers a strong mix of accounting responsibilities, inventory support, vendor communication, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and analyze journal entries for balance sheet and income statement accounts</li><li>Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with reporting and analysis</li><li>Support physical inventory counts and inventory reconciliations; some travel may be required</li><li>Investigate and resolve pricing variances</li><li>Communicate with vendors to address discrepancies</li><li>Process inventory adjustments and provide related analysis</li><li>Serve as backup support for accounts payable activities</li><li>Produce daily, monthly, and ad hoc financial reports</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Troy, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support a dynamic public accounting environment serving a diverse portfolio of business clients in Troy, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling day-to-day accounting activities, communicating directly with clients, and delivering accurate financial information across multiple engagements. The position offers the chance to contribute in a collaborative setting while continuing to expand technical and advisory skills. Responsibilities: • Maintain and review accounting records for multiple small and mid-sized business clients, ensuring completeness and accuracy across engagements. • Prepare routine bookkeeping and write-up work, including journal entries, general ledger updates, and supporting schedules. • Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to keep client financial data current and reliable. • Assist with month-end close activities and produce financial statements for client review and decision-making. • Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, discussing results and helping them understand key financial reports. • Support core accounting processes such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash activity tracking as needed. • Use QuickBooks regularly and adapt to additional accounting applications and digital tools that enhance workflow efficiency.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Auburn Hills, MI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
29 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for an automotive manufacturing organization in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who can manage core accounting activities, contribute to accurate financial reporting, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The role offers the opportunity to apply strong general ledger and journal entry experience while assisting with key accounting projects and monthly close activities. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances to support reliable reporting. • Assist with month-end close procedures, including account analysis and supporting schedules. • Support the transfer and validation of financial data from QuickBooks into Epicor Kinetic to help ensure a smooth accounting system implementation. • Use Microsoft Excel to organize financial information, analyze transactions, and prepare reporting documents. • Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and complete additional finance-related assignments as needed.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Jackson, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
21 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Jackson, Michigan in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role supports daily accounting operations while also assisting with select HR and administrative processes, making it a strong fit for someone who enjoys variety and can work with accuracy in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities with limited supervision. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue customer invoices, record incoming payments, and track open balances to support timely collections. • Process vendor bills, coordinate payment preparation, and verify that expenses are coded correctly and routed through proper approvals. • Review employee expense submissions and reconcile company card activity to maintain accurate financial reporting. • Assist with journal entries, general ledger upkeep, and month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and supporting documentation. • Maintain orderly accounting records and ensure financial files are complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve for reporting purposes. • Support HR administration by updating employee files, helping with onboarding and offboarding paperwork, and responding to employment verification requests. • Assist with workers’ compensation documentation, follow-up activities, and periodic employee census reporting while safeguarding confidential information. • Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to leadership and contribute to cross-functional operational tasks as business needs evolve.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Waterford Township, MI
remote
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support core financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Waterford, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone with strong accounting fundamentals who can keep invoicing, cash activity, and general ledger processes accurate and on schedule. The person in this position will help maintain reliable financial records, resolve posting issues, and provide steady support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll-related entries. Responsibilities: • Distribute customer statement and aging reports on a consistent schedule to help improve invoice follow-up and collections activity. • Record payroll-related general ledger data and verify entries are posted correctly within the accounting system. • Prepare and process intercompany cost allocations while maintaining accurate supporting documentation. • Assist with payment execution activities, including wire transactions, and confirm transactions are properly reflected in accounting records. • Post deposit information and ensure incoming cash activity is accurately applied and documented. • Review journal entries for completeness and accuracy, identifying and correcting discrepancies before final review. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows by helping maintain organized, timely, and accurate transaction processing. • Reconcile bank and ledger activity to identify variances and resolve outstanding issues promptly. • Work within Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains to maintain financial data integrity and support day-to-day accounting operations.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Farmington Hills, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This opportunity is ideal for a driven accounting specialist who is comfortable managing core accounting activities while also supporting special projects that require strong analysis and organization. The role calls for sound knowledge of accrual-based accounting, careful attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Record and post journal entries with a high degree of accuracy while following established accounting guidelines. • Manage accrual activities during month-end and year-end close to help ensure financial records are complete and properly stated. • Reconcile general ledger accounts, research variances, and take corrective action to resolve outstanding issues. • Support the preparation and review of financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements. • Maintain clear and organized supporting documentation to strengthen audit readiness and provide a reliable accounting trail. • Partner with colleagues across departments to collect financial information and deliver timely reporting. • Use advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, including formulas, PivotTables, and other analytical tools, to organize and interpret financial data. • Contribute to additional accounting assignments and ad hoc projects as business needs arise.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Novi, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Looking for an Accountant permanent, contract to permanent. Must have experience with reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger, assisting with month and year end close.Must have experience with Quickbooks online. Will assist with various accounting projects
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Ann Arbor, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to join an investment management organization in Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong technical accounting knowledge, works independently with confidence, and contributes effectively in a collaborative environment. The position will support core accounting operations, reporting activities, and close processes while helping maintain accurate and timely financial information. Responsibilities: • Oversee key accounting activities to ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and aligned with reporting requirements. • Prepare and review financial reports that support internal decision-making and external business needs. • Manage month-end close responsibilities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and coordination of closing timelines. • Maintain the general ledger by analyzing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting overall data integrity. • Track and account for fixed assets, including additions, depreciation, and related record maintenance. • Partner with cross-functional colleagues to gather financial information, answer accounting questions, and improve workflow efficiency. • Contribute to process improvements and support accounting system-related tasks, including work involving accounting software when applicable.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Holt, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join a dynamic and evolving finance team. This Senior Accountant role is ideal for someone who enjoys navigating complex accounting transactions, researching technical accounting issues, and ensuring compliance within a sophisticated GAAP environment. If you thrive on solving accounting challenges, digging into the details, and partnering with leadership to support informed business decisions, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do as a Senior Accountant<ul><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Analyze and account for complex transactions including revenue recognition, acquisitions, leases, stock compensation, debt arrangements, and other technical accounting matters</li><li>Research accounting guidance and prepare technical accounting memos supporting key business transactions</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operational and business leaders to understand and evaluate accounting implications of strategic initiatives</li><li>Support external audits and coordinate with auditors to facilitate efficient reviews</li><li>Drive process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and enhance accounting efficiencies</li><li>Assist with implementation of new accounting standards and evolving reporting requirements</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and financial statement analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Tax Supervisor

Ann Arbor, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Tax Supervisor About the Company Our client is a global, profitable international manufacturing firm with over $1 billion in annual sales. Known for innovation, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to compliance, our client offers a collaborative environment where talented professionals thrive.Position Overview The Tax Supervisor will play a critical role in the company’s tax operations, reporting directly to the Head of Tax. This hybrid position offers a dynamic opportunity to lead key areas of tax compliance and provision while driving process improvements and supporting strategic tax planning initiatives. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the company's success through high-impact tax leadership.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the preparation and review of U.S. federal, state, local, and international tax filings, including income, sales/use, and property taxes.</li><li>Manage the quarterly and annual tax provision process, preparing and consolidating schedules that ensure accurate reporting under ASC 740.</li><li>Partner with internal teams to identify and implement tax-saving strategies that align with the company’s growth goals.</li><li>Stay ahead of tax law changes and lead the implementation of regulatory updates with practical, value-driven solutions.</li><li>Own relationships with tax authorities—responding to notices, resolving issues, and coordinating audit responses with confidence and clarity.</li><li>Ensure the integrity of tax-related general ledger accounts and support monthly and year-end close processes.</li><li>Leverage technology to streamline workflows and enhance data accuracy and efficiency in tax processes.</li><li>Support global and domestic M&A activities with due diligence and tax modeling as needed.</li><li>Provide mentorship and day-to-day oversight of junior staff; foster professional development and knowledge-sharing across the team.</li></ul>For immediate and confidential consideration please apply today. If you have questions, or if you would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Walled Lake, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a growing finance team supporting a wholesale distribution business in the Commerce, Michigan area. In this role, you will turn financial and sales data into clear reporting, meaningful analysis, and practical recommendations for leadership. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to improve business performance. Responsibilities:• Create monthly financial and sales performance reporting for leadership, highlighting trends, key indicators, and overall business results.• Support the budgeting cycle and forecasting process by compiling inputs, validating assumptions, and helping maintain planning accuracy.• Evaluate results against prior periods and budget expectations to explain performance changes across volume, product mix, pricing, and other drivers.• Produce recurring sales updates during the month to help leadership track progress against plan and identify areas requiring attention.• Translate financial and operational data into insights that guide strategy, profitability improvement, and business decision-making.• Partner with department leaders as a trusted financial resource, helping align decisions with company goals and measurable outcomes.• Build and maintain management reports, dashboards, and KPI summaries that give stakeholders visibility into company performance.• Conduct targeted analyses and business case modeling to support initiatives, answer ad hoc requests, and improve planning decisions.• Document finance processes and recommend enhancements to reporting tools, data quality, and business intelligence capabilities.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Detroit, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Part-time Bookkeeper/Accountant, contract to hire role in Detroit. Needs to have Quickbooks online and desktop experience. Will work on backlog of reconciliations, GL, journal entries etc
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Livonia, MI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations in Michigan. This contract position with potential for long-term placement is ideal for someone who enjoys working with invoices, payments, and account records while helping maintain accurate and organized financial data. The role will contribute to billing, collections, reconciliation, and commission-related activities in a fast-paced business environment. Candidates who are comfortable using accounting software and handling high-volume transactional work will be well suited for this opportunity. Responsibilities: • Process incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and enter transactions accurately into the accounting system. • Apply customer payments, monitor account activity, and help maintain current and accurate receivable records. • Support accounts payable tasks by preparing payments, reviewing vendor information, and resolving routine discrepancies. • Track outstanding balances, follow up on past-due accounts, and assist with collection efforts effectively. • Maintain order and invoice documentation to ensure records are complete, accessible, and up to date. • Assist with commission-related calculations and reporting by reviewing supporting sales and payment data. • Reconcile cash activity and other financial records to identify variances and support month-end accuracy. • Perform data entry and administrative accounting support using QuickBooks and related financial tools.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Mason, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their finance leadership team during an exciting period of growth. This is a newly created position resulting from the continued expansion of the CFO's responsibilities and offers a unique opportunity to become a key strategic partner within the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Accounting Manager will play a critical role in leading day-to-day accounting operations, strengthening financial processes, improving reporting capabilities, and supporting the company's continued growth. This role is ideal for an ambitious accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership, driving improvements, and working in a highly visible position with executive leadership. What You'll Do as Accounting Manager<ul><li>Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives</li><li>Develop, improve, and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, leadership, and external stakeholders to support business objectives</li><li>Support external audits and coordinate requests from auditors and other third parties</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff as the organization continues to grow</li><li>Assist the CFO with strategic projects, special analyses, and business initiatives</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z