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10 results for Bookkeeper in East Lansing, MI

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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and support routine accounting adjustments.<br>• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records current and reliable.<br>• Assist with month-end closing tasks, including account analysis, accruals, and supporting schedules.<br>• Process payroll and verify related data to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.<br>• Compile financial reports and help prepare internal financial statements for management review.<br>• Support corporate tax and sales tax activities by organizing data, maintaining documentation, and assisting with filings.<br>• Contribute to accounting workflows involving organizational accounting and payroll software as needed.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and issue customer invoices, record incoming payments, and track open balances to support timely collections.<br>• Process vendor bills, coordinate payment preparation, and verify that expenses are coded correctly and routed through proper approvals.<br>• Review employee expense submissions and reconcile company card activity to maintain accurate financial reporting.<br>• Assist with journal entries, general ledger upkeep, and month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and supporting documentation.<br>• Maintain orderly accounting records and ensure financial files are complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve for reporting purposes.<br>• Support HR administration by updating employee files, helping with onboarding and offboarding paperwork, and responding to employment verification requests.<br>• Assist with workers’ compensation documentation, follow-up activities, and periodic employee census reporting while safeguarding confidential information.<br>• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to leadership and contribute to cross-functional operational tasks as business needs evolve.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Dexter, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 23 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial and administrative operations for a retail organization in Dexter, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can balance accounting tasks with front-office coordination while maintaining accuracy in a busy work environment. The role calls for strong communication skills, solid spreadsheet and word processing knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process incoming invoices, prepare payment records, and help maintain accurate accounts payable documentation.<br>• Record customer payments, update account information, and support timely accounts receivable activities.<br>• Enter financial and operational data into internal records with a high level of speed and precision.<br>• Answer and route calls through a multi-line phone system while providing courteous assistance to customers and visitors.<br>• Respond to routine customer inquiries and direct issues to the appropriate team members when needed.<br>• Assist with administrative support tasks such as document preparation, file organization, and general office coordination.<br>• Review accounting information for completeness and help resolve discrepancies by communicating with internal staff or external contacts.
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Lansing, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Accounting Manager</p><p><strong>Starting Salary: </strong>Up to $95,000</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Lansing, Hybrid</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>We are partnering with one of our Lansing based clients on their recruiting efforts for an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee daily accounting operations and support the financial health of our organization. The Accounting Manager will report to the CFO and will be responsible for managing the accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. This role is ideal for an experienced accountant who&#39;s looking for that next step in their career or an accounting manager who&#39;s looking to make change.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and account reconciliations. </li><li>Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. </li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, and supporting schedules. </li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures. </li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff. </li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements. </li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. </li><li>Coordinate external audits and support tax preparation activities. </li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. </li><li>Partner cross-functionally with leadership and other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions. </li></ul>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Bath, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $140,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><b>Job Description:</b></p><ul><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate completion.</li><li>Review and approve journal entries, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, accruals, prepaids, and capitalized software.</li><li>Oversee general ledger maintenance and ensure accuracy and completeness of data in the accounting system.</li><li>Review and approve commission calculations for accuracy and capitalization in accordance with ASC 340.</li><li>Ensure revenue is recognized in compliance with US GAAP (ASC 606), including contract review and oversight of system updates (RightRev).</li><li>Review and approve payroll, commissions, bonus, and other compensation</li><li>Review and approve vendor check and electronic payments</li><li>Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and the monthly financial package for senior leadership.</li><li>Monitor and analyze operating results; investigate and present variance explanations to management.</li><li>Develop and maintain key SaaS performance metrics, providing actionable insights on the financial condition of the company.</li><li>Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet account reconciliations, including daily bank reconciliations and subledger-to-GL reconciliations.</li><li>Review and approve reconciliations prepared by the team; resolve discrepancies and enforce internal controls.</li><li>Ensure account coding accuracy and completeness in line with budget.</li><li>Manage the annual financial statement audit; serve as the primary contact for third-party auditors, overseeing preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and audit schedules.</li><li>Ensure compliance with US GAAP reporting requirements and respond to auditor inquiries.</li><li>Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal tax and regulatory filing requirements; stay current with changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the company.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy.</li><li>Evaluate and incorporate AI-powered tools to enhance financial reporting, reconciliation, variance analysis, and close processes.</li><li>Champion the use of AI assistants and automation platforms to improve team efficiency and scalability.</li><li>Participate in ERP implementations via design, testing, and data conversion validation</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff, providing guidance on technical accounting matters and supporting professional growth.</li><li>Build strong cross-functional relationships with internal stakeholders across finance, operations, and sales.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert on US GAAP and SaaS accounting matters, advising internal teams as needed.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Holt, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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&#39;d love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>What You&#39;ll Do as a Senior Accountant</p><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><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054. </p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-03T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Bath, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>General Ledger Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data in the accounting system.</li><li>Serve as a key contributor in the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries for lease accounting, accruals, prepaids, and capitalized software.</li><li>Validate correct posting of entries through account reconciliation and report preparation.</li><li>Record payroll and related accruals in the general ledger; reconcile related accounts.</li><li>Review account coding for accuracy and completeness relative to budget.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing timely insights into the financial condition of the company.</li><li>Monitor and analyze operating results; investigate and clearly communicate variances.</li><li>Prepare, maintain, analyze, and report key SaaS performance metrics, such as software go-lives and ARR</li><li>Assist in preparation of the monthly financial package and help ensure all reporting deadlines are met.</li></ul><p><strong>Account Reconciliation</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare regular balance sheet account reconciliations, including daily bank statement reconciliations.</li><li>Reconcile subledgers to general ledger balances and resolve discrepancies through thorough analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Year-End Financial Statement Audit</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate with external auditors on the annual financial statement audit, including preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and audit schedules.</li><li>Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure compliance with US GAAP reporting requirements throughout the audit process.</li></ul><p><strong>Other</strong></p><ul><li>Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders across functions, contributing to the accuracy and integrity of financial processes.</li><li>Incorporate AI into everyday workflow to obtain efficiency, insights, and improved quality</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Lansing, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is growing rapidly, and is looking for a highly motivated Senior Accountant who thrives in a dynamic, multi-entity environment. This Senior Accountant role is ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves while also applying strong technical accounting knowledge to complex transactions, consolidations, and evolving business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll work closely with finance leadership and business partners across multiple entities, helping strengthen reporting processes, improve controls, and support strategic growth initiatives. This is a high-visibility opportunity with exposure to executive leadership and broad operational involvement.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do as a Senior Accountant</p><ul><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements across multiple legal entities</li><li>Lead and support the monthly consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliations</li><li>Apply technical accounting guidance to complex transactions and business events</li><li>Assist with implementation and interpretation of U.S. GAAP accounting standards</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules</li><li>Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide meaningful insights to leadership</li><li>Support external audits and coordinate with auditors during year-end and interim reviews</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, FP&amp;A, tax, and leadership teams</li><li>Assist with acquisitions, entity integrations, and special projects as the organization grows</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
  • 2026-05-21T00:00:00Z
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee key accounting activities to ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and aligned with reporting requirements.<br>• Prepare and review financial reports that support internal decision-making and external business needs.<br>• Manage month-end close responsibilities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and coordination of closing timelines.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by analyzing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting overall data integrity.<br>• Track and account for fixed assets, including additions, depreciation, and related record maintenance.<br>• Partner with cross-functional colleagues to gather financial information, answer accounting questions, and improve workflow efficiency.<br>• Contribute to process improvements and support accounting system-related tasks, including work involving accounting software when applicable.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Tax & Accounting Manager
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Tax &amp; 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>
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z