If you have a positive attitude and enjoy working with Excel, Robert Half has an entry-level Accountant position available for you. This long-term contract / temporary to hire entry-level Accountant position is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant will be responsible for data entry, financial statement review, and Excel spreadsheet creation and manipulation. If you feel you fit this description, reach out for a position in a dynamic team with opportunities for future growth! For more information about this exciting venture, get in touch with us today.<br><br>What you get to do every single day<br><br>- Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts<br><br>- Prepare journal entries monthly<br><br>- Helping with full cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes<br><br>- Carrying out alternate duties and taking part in special projects as assigned<br><br>- Perform data entry<br><br>- Aiding in audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits<br><br>- Investigating and fixing account discrepancies
Robert Half has an open position for a PART TIME Accounting Clerk to work in the Machinery Manufacturing industry, whose duties will be matching invoices to purchase orders/ vouchers, data entry, and assisting with Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R). This is a long-term exciting position located in the Temperance, Michigan area. If you're looking for an energetic, team-oriented environment, with opportunities for career advancement, this job could be for you. This role is fully onsite and pay up to $25/hr. <br><br>30-35 HOURS PER WEEK ON-SITE!<br><br>• Process and match invoices with purchase orders and vouchers to ensure accurate record-keeping.<br><br>• Handle accounts payable tasks, including invoice filing, vendor payment processing, and disbursement documentation.<br><br>• Support accounts receivable by applying cash receipts, processing invoices and credit transactions, and assisting with overdue balance collections.<br><br>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by analyzing potential causes, reconstructing actions, and preparing correction documents as needed.<br><br>• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements by gathering data from multiple sources.<br><br>• Maintain organized and properly classified records of expenditure and accounting codes.<br><br>• Perform accurate and efficient data entry to support accounting operations.<br><br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and timely completion of accounting tasks.<br><br>• Provide support for general administrative duties related to accounting as required.<br><br>Bachelors degree is preferred <br><br>Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to problem solve<br><br>Must be very detailed oriented<br><br>Must be a team player
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Redford, Michigan. In this Contract to permanent position, you will handle key financial functions such as accounts payable and accounts receivable, while also managing daily office operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounting skills and administrative expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.<br>• Manage accounts receivable functions, including invoicing and payment collection.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records and perform reconciliations.<br>• Perform data entry tasks to update accounting and administrative records.<br>• Oversee office operations, including coordinating supplies and managing workflows.<br>• Process invoices and verify proper documentation for financial transactions.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth financial and administrative processes.<br>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.<br>• Maintain organized filing systems for both financial and administrative documents.
<p>** Local Candidates to the Detroit Metro Area Only**</p><p>We are looking for a Treasury Accountant to join our team in Northern Oakland County in Michigan. This role is hybrid located in Genesee County. In this role, you will provide essential support to business members by managing treasury services, ensuring compliance with banking regulations, and improving cash management processes. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments while delivering exceptional service to our clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist business members with treasury services such as wires, remote deposit capture, and positive pay.</p><p>• Train business clients and branch staff on using treasury platforms and processing payments effectively.</p><p>• Set up and onboard new treasury services, including configuring system access, limits, approvals, and equipment.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve issues related to online banking, payment errors, wire transfers, and fraud disputes.</p><p>• Address business account inquiries, including deposits, loans, credit cards, statements, and payoff requests.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless cash management services.</p><p>• Prepare proposals, product documentation, reporting, and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal policies and compliance with relevant banking regulations.</p><p>• Support discrepancy investigations and contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting activities.</p><p>• Act as backup for daily cash management operations, including reconciliations, wire processing, and settlement tasks.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to manage and oversee key accounting functions in our office in Wixom, Michigan. The ideal candidate will excel in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounts payable and receivable processes while maintaining a high level of professionalism. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate payments and collections.<br>• Process invoices, post transactions, and manage vendor payments while maintaining detailed records.<br>• Address discrepancies by reviewing invoices, sales receipts, and bank deposit records.<br>• Assist with client invoicing issues and provide solutions to resolve payment-related concerns.<br>• Conduct customer collection efforts and handle inquiries from both customers and vendors.<br>• Collaborate with sales staff to resolve cost-related issues and discrepancies.<br>• Perform month-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Utilize accounting software to maintain accurate records and generate financial reports.<br>• Support inventory counts and adjustments to ensure proper documentation and accuracy.<br>• Provide assistance to management and the accounting team as needed to meet organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our clients team in Birmingham, Michigan. This role is vital to ensuring the smooth operation of the accounting department, focusing on financial reporting, reconciliations, and cash flow projections. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing deadlines. Must be commutable to both Birmingham and Southfield.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare bi-weekly payroll records and oversee submission through a third-party payroll provider, ensuring data accuracy.</p><p>• Generate and analyze reports for sales and occupancy tax returns.</p><p>• Compile financial data to produce accurate monthly and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Provide necessary documentation and analysis for internal audits as needed.</p><p>• Conduct monthly reconciliations of house bank accounts to align with balance sheet records.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures for financial recordkeeping.</p><p>• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including processing checks and verifying invoices.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Bookkeeper to review guest folios, address chargebacks, and confirm legitimacy of charges.</p>
<p><strong>Senior Financial Reporting Accountant</strong></p><p> <em>Full-Time | High-Impact, Growth-Oriented Opportunity</em></p><p>Our client, a dynamic and evolving global organization, is seeking a <strong>Senior Financial Reporting Accountant</strong> to join a high-performing team. This is a unique opportunity to gain <strong>broad exposure to senior leadership</strong>, contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives, and play a key role in building best-in-class financial reporting and consolidation processes.</p><p>This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to <strong>make a visible impact</strong> while developing a well-rounded skillset. The organization is known for its <strong>exceptional people, strong culture, and commitment to developing talent</strong>, including opportunities to <strong>rotate into other areas of accounting and finance</strong>.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including global consolidations</li><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed financial analyses</li><li>Contribute to external reporting requirements, including preparation of disclosures and supporting schedules</li><li>Partner with cross-functional and international teams to ensure accurate financial data and reporting consistency</li><li>Assist with technical accounting research and documentation for complex transactions</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and process enhancements</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support quarterly reviews and annual audits</li><li>Help maintain strong internal controls and compliance with SOX requirements</li></ul><p>For immediate, and confidential consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131 or apply today. </p>
<p>This isn’t just accounting—it’s construction finance with purpose. Our client, a long-standing and highly respected home builder, is seeking a <strong>Direct Hire Project Accountant</strong> to join their team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in managing the financial side of building homes and communities. You’ll be responsible for tracking job costs, analyzing variances, and ensuring budgets are aligned with project goals. Working closely with project managers and field teams, you’ll help bring financial clarity to every phase of construction. If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to see the tangible results of your work, this is your opportunity to help build more than homes—you’ll help build a legacy!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare accurate financial statements, gross profit reports, and cost of sales analyses.</p><p>• Manage customer earnest money deposits and oversee sales budgets for individual projects.</p><p>• Handle month-end close processes, including preparing quarterly work papers and reconciling accounts.</p><p>• Conduct detailed bank reconciliations and maintain correspondence with investors.</p><p>• Track work-in-progress (WIP) and job costs to support construction accounting processes.</p><p>• Perform budgeting and forecasting activities to support financial planning.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables, to analyze large datasets.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger and process journal entries with precision.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller on special projects and ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Monitor and improve accounting workflows for enhanced operational efficiency.</p>
<p><strong>Staff / Senior Accountant (Confidential Search)</strong></p><p> Location: Metro Detroit | Hybrid</p><p><strong>About Our Client</strong></p><p> Our client is a well-established, growing manufacturing and service company with a strong reputation for quality and operational excellence. Operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, the organization values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. The finance team plays a critical role as a strategic business partner, ensuring accurate reporting while driving insights that support operational and executive decision-making.</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p> Our client is seeking a Staff or Senior Accountant (level commensurate with experience) to join its shared services finance team. This role goes beyond transactional accounting and requires a proactive professional who thrives in an evolving environment, embraces ambiguity, and brings forward recommendations that improve processes and strengthen controls.</p><p>The ideal candidate will be comfortable acting as a stakeholder across departments—partnering with operations, FP&A, and leadership to analyze results, identify trends, and recommend actionable improvements. Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and clear communication are essential. This position reports to the Accounting Manager.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own and execute complex monthly inventory and cost-related account reconciliations, including inventory reserves, standard cost variances, and management estimates</li><li>Analyze manufacturing and operational variances, identify margin drivers, and provide insights into cost trends and inefficiencies</li><li>Support month-end close, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting with thorough documentation</li><li>Assist with budget-to-actual analysis, particularly COGS and production-related expenses</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to track inventory trends, cost changes, and forecast financial impacts</li><li>Support audit requests and internal control requirements, providing detailed reconciliation and general ledger support</li><li>Proactively identify process gaps, recommend improvements, and contribute to system enhancements that increase efficiency and reporting accuracy</li><li>Present ad hoc financial analyses and insights to leadership and operational stakeholders</li></ul><p>This role requires comfort working in a dynamic environment where priorities may shift. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and the confidence to challenge existing processes constructively.</p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years of accounting or audit experience (public accounting or industry experience considered)</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with NetSuite or similar platforms is a plus</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial reporting tools</li><li>High integrity, strong organizational skills, and excellent written and verbal communication abilities</li></ul><p>Our client offers the opportunity to make a visible impact within a collaborative organization that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.</p><p>For consideration, call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Harper Woods, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in accounting principles and a passion for maintaining accuracy in financial operations. As part of our accounting team, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance, preparing reports, and supporting various financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to uphold financial integrity.<br>• Utilize accounting software such as Sage Timberline and QuickBooks to manage financial data.<br>• Assist with tax preparation and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.<br>• Support audit activities by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.<br>• Collaborate with team members to enhance accounting processes and systems.<br>• Generate reports and analyze financial data to provide insights for decision-making.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and accounting standards in all financial activities.
We are looking for a skilled Accounting Manager to join our team in Garden City, Michigan. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented, with a solid foundation in accounting practices and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, including production flow and inventory management. The role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure financial accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage inventory and manufacturing cost accounting, including raw material tracking, consumption, and yield analysis.<br>• Monitor scrap reporting, metal loss, and raw material recovery to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Maintain and update cost components such as materials, freight, labor, and overhead allocations.<br>• Reconcile monthly and annual physical inventory counts to ensure accurate valuation.<br>• Oversee work-in-progress reconciliation across production stages for inventory accuracy.<br>• Lead month-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparing financial statements.<br>• Develop and analyze operational metrics such as productivity, scrap rates, and manufacturing margins.<br>• Create dashboards and reporting tools for plant leadership and executive management.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, assigning tasks and reviewing work for accuracy.<br>• Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Tax & Accounting Manager to join our team in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This is a unique public firm offering an accelerated partner track to run their own branch/location. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong background in accounting, tax services, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and providing advisory services to clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee a range of accounting tasks, including financial statement preparation, review, and finalization.</p><p>• Manage client projects, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are completed efficiently.</p><p>• Identify client challenges and recommend effective solutions to address deficiencies.</p><p>• Maintain and strengthen client relationships through consistent communication and support.</p><p>• Ensure compliance deadlines are managed effectively for all assigned clients.</p><p>• Assist with onboarding new clients and integrating them into the company’s processes.</p><p>• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns, as well as create tax projections for clients.</p><p>• Conduct client meetings to provide advisory services and analyze financial statements.</p><p>• Lead and manage assigned staff, ensuring productivity and alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Travel to client locations or company offices as necessary to support operational needs.</p>
We are looking for an IT Business Analyst to join our team in Grand Blanc, Michigan. In this Contract to permanent role, you will play a key part in managing and analyzing IT vendor invoices, purchase orders, and financial processes. This position requires someone with strong attention to detail who thrives in a collaborative environment and is skilled in financial analysis and vendor management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, track, and process IT vendor invoices through payment requests or approved purchase orders.<br>• Ensure purchase order approvals for IT requisitions related to both capital and expense acquisitions across the organization.<br>• Collaborate with finance teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to reconcile discrepancies in contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.<br>• Support the financial team by managing purchase order processes and verifying vendor leases and purchases within IT and PeopleSoft systems.<br>• Act as a liaison to address and escalate issues identified by vendor management, procurement teams, business stakeholders, finance, and external suppliers.<br>• Maintain comprehensive vendor documentation to support audit requirements.<br>• Assist in coordinating periodic vendor business reviews to evaluate performance and compliance.<br>• Monitor vendor contractual obligations to ensure adherence to agreements.<br>• Perform additional tasks as required to support organizational objectives.
<p><strong>Cost Accounting Analyst – Global Manufacturing Organization</strong></p><p> Location: Metro Detroit | Hybrid Work Environment</p><p>Our client, a <strong>globally recognized leader in its industry</strong>, is seeking a <strong>Cost Accounting Analyst</strong> to join its growing finance organization. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to deepen their expertise in <strong>absorption costing, manufacturing finance, and global cost analysis</strong> while working in a highly collaborative environment.</p><p>This position partners closely with <strong>operations, FP&A, and corporate finance</strong> to support accurate financial reporting, strengthen cost visibility, and provide insights that support operational decision-making across a global manufacturing platform. While the primary focus of the role is <strong>cost accounting and inventory valuation</strong>, the organization will <strong>train the individual on broader general ledger activities</strong>, creating a strong development path for future advancement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Cost Accounting & Inventory</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and analyze product costs including <strong>materials, labor, overhead, and subcontracting costs</strong> within an absorption costing environment.</li><li>Perform <strong>monthly cost roll-ups</strong> and validate the accuracy of bills of materials and manufacturing routings.</li><li>Analyze and explain <strong>manufacturing variances</strong> including material usage, labor efficiency, and overhead absorption.</li><li>Support inventory valuation processes in accordance with <strong>U.S. GAAP</strong>, including raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.</li><li>Monitor <strong>slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory reserves</strong> and assist with related analysis.</li><li>Participate in <strong>physical inventory counts and cycle counts</strong>, reconciling discrepancies and improving inventory accuracy.</li></ul><p><strong>General Ledger & Close Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with <strong>journal entries, reconciliations, and cost-related adjustments</strong> during the monthly close.</li><li>Reconcile accounts including <strong>inventory, COGS, manufacturing variances, accruals, and reserves</strong>.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records and support depreciation tracking.</li><li>Assist with <strong>intercompany transactions and reconciliations</strong> within a global structure.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and <strong>U.S. GAAP</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Analysis & Business Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare <strong>product and customer margin analysis</strong> and explain key drivers of profitability.</li><li>Support <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost modeling</strong> related to production activity.</li><li>Partner with FP&A to explain <strong>cost drivers, operational trends, and P&L fluctuations</strong>.</li><li>Participate in <strong>continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives</strong>.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, or if you have questions, please contact Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Bookkeeper with expertise in construction accounting to join our team in Detroit, Michigan. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments. The role requires working on-site for a minimum of 32 hours per week and focuses on maintaining financial accuracy and supporting operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage bookkeeping tasks specific to construction, including tracking job costs, handling accounts payable and receivable, processing billing, and overseeing cash management.<br>• Implement and monitor accounting controls to ensure compliance with audit standards and industry regulations.<br>• Prepare and reconcile financial records, generate reports, and assist with payroll management in accordance with construction accounting practices.<br>• Collaborate with project managers and the finance team to streamline processes and enhance workflow efficiency.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks Desktop software to maintain accurate financial data and support day-to-day accounting operations.<br>• Handle billing processes with precision, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.<br>• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Provide support for cash flow management and forecasting to aid in strategic financial planning.<br>• Ensure adherence to industry-specific accounting standards and practices.<br>• Assist with the preparation of documentation required for audits and compliance reviews.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join a fast-growing healthcare organization in West Bloomfield, Michigan on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. In this role, you will support essential accounting activities that help maintain accurate financial records, strengthen operational efficiency, and provide dependable reporting for the business. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the Accounting Manager while contributing to a high-growth, multi-site practice focused on delivering specialized patient care.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice review, payment processing, vendor account balancing, and maintenance of vendor records.<br>• Administer company credit card activity by reviewing expenses, reconciling transactions, and helping enforce internal spending policies.<br>• Process employee reimbursement requests and mileage submissions with accurate coding, complete documentation, and timely turnaround.<br>• Support general ledger activities through preparation of journal entries, account analysis, and reconciliation work tied to month-end processes.<br>• Assist with fixed asset tracking by recording qualifying purchases, maintaining asset details, and supporting accurate depreciation reporting.<br>• Identify prepaid expenses within invoices and card transactions, enter them appropriately, and help maintain schedules for amortization.<br>• Post and reconcile patient deposit activity on scheduled processing days, ensuring correct allocation and financial accuracy.<br>• Contribute ideas that improve accounting workflows, reinforce internal controls, and increase efficiency across finance operations.