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11 results for Entry Level Staff Accountant in Grand Rapids, MI

Staff Accountant

Holland, MI
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a contract opportunity. The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close activities, reconcile accounts, and help ensure the accuracy of financial records. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who can quickly adapt to new environments and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 62500 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support client engagements in Grand Rapids, Michigan while building a long-term consulting career across a range of business environments. This permanent opportunity offers the stability of permanent employment combined with exposure to diverse accounting projects, systems, and industries. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys strengthening financial operations, expanding technical expertise, and contributing to accurate, timely reporting. Responsibilities:• Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and ensuring financial data is recorded accurately and on schedule.• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable and audit-ready financial records.• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for internal review, helping stakeholders understand business performance.• Analyze monthly results against budgets and forecasts, identifying key variances and summarizing findings for management.• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling data, validating assumptions, and updating financial models.• Use advanced Excel tools to organize large data sets, perform account analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.• Support accounting projects across different client environments, adapting quickly to new processes, software platforms, and industry requirements.• Contribute to the improvement of financial workflows and reporting practices to strengthen accuracy, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
2026-07-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a contract opportunity. The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close activities, reconcile accounts, and help ensure the accuracy of financial records. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who can quickly adapt to new environments and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Kalamazoo, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who can manage core financial processes, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting and tax-related activities. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a hands-on approach to general ledger accounting. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to keep financial data accurate and up to date. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure reliable reporting. • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities in accordance with accounting deadlines. • Support the preparation of corporate tax filings by organizing financial information and coordinating required documentation. • Maintain accounting records and schedules that support internal reporting and compliance needs. • Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper classification within the ledger. • Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve day-to-day processes.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Kalamazoo, MI
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting daily financial operations, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a collaborative accounting team. The role offers a mix of accounting and administrative responsibilities, with exposure to both payables and receivables in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities: • Enter financial information accurately into accounting systems and maintain organized supporting documentation for daily transactions. • Assist with routine accounting activities, including record updates, invoice-related processing, and general clerical support for the department. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close efforts by preparing information, reviewing account details, and helping complete reconciliations. • Serve as backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to help maintain workflow during absences or peak periods. • Interact professionally with vendors, customers, and internal teams to resolve questions and support timely financial processing. • Provide administrative assistance to accounting leadership and help keep departmental operations running efficiently. • Use tools such as Excel and accounting software to track data, verify accuracy, and support reporting needs. • Build familiarity with receivables processes as the position is designed to develop into an Accounts Receivable Coordinator role over time.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Kalamazoo, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role will play a key part in period-end activities, balance sheet integrity, and compliance with established accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a hands-on approach to managing reconciliations, journal activity, and general ledger accuracy. Responsibilities: • Lead month-end close activities, ensuring financial results are recorded accurately and delivered within established deadlines. • Prepare and post journal entries that reflect routine and adjusting transactions across multiple accounts. • Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting overall ledger accuracy. • Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to confirm the completeness and reliability of financial data. • Complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis and address outstanding items in coordination with internal stakeholders. • Apply GAAP principles to daily accounting work and support consistent financial reporting practices. • Manage sales and use tax processes using Vertex, including reviewing tax-related data for accuracy and compliance. • Assist with documentation and process updates related to accounting workflows when operational changes affect financial reporting.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support client-facing accounting projects in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This permanent opportunity is designed for professionals who want steady employment while building experience across different business environments, systems, and industries. The role offers a strong foundation for career growth, exposure to diverse financial operations, and the chance to contribute to critical accounting functions for a range of organizations. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly close activities, including preparing journal entries and ensuring deadlines are met accurately.• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records.• Prepare financial statements and related supporting schedules for internal and client reporting needs.• Analyze budget-to-actual results and explain monthly variances to support business decisions.• Assist with forecasting and budgeting efforts by compiling data, reviewing trends, and updating projections.• Use advanced Excel tools to organize, validate, and analyze accounting information efficiently.• Adapt to different accounting systems and client environments while maintaining consistency and accuracy in deliverables.• Collaborate with finance teams and business partners to improve reporting quality and support ongoing accounting projects.
2026-07-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Kalamazoo, MI
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations. The Accounting Specialist will assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, data entry, and other accounting functions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. This role is ideal for individuals with strong organizational skills, accounting knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core financial activities for a growing construction business in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position is best suited for a hands-on accounting specialist who can keep daily operations running smoothly while delivering reliable financial information to leadership. The role requires strong knowledge of project-based accounting, close management, and cash flow oversight in an onsite environment. Responsibilities: • Direct day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll coordination, and bank account reconciliation. • Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure complete and timely financial reporting. • Produce financial statements, budgeting updates, forecasts, and management reporting that support informed business decisions. • Track project costs and collaborate with project leaders to evaluate spending, margins, and overall job profitability. • Manage work-in-progress reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, and revenue recognition for active construction projects. • Maintain compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable financial reporting standards. • Administer construction-related documentation such as lien waivers, subcontractor insurance records, retainage tracking, and project billing support. • Partner with external accounting advisors on annual reviews, tax-related deliverables, and audit preparation. • Monitor cash position, develop forecasts, and oversee project-related disbursements to support healthy cash flow. • Strengthen accounting workflows and reporting within QuickBooks while providing guidance to accounting support staff as needed.
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Holland, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and support financial performance at our clients Holland, Michigan location. This role partners closely with finance leadership to oversee reporting accuracy, maintain strong internal controls, and ensure day-to-day accounting activities are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings sound technical accounting knowledge, strong organizational skills, and the ability to guide a team while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Lead month-end activities, including completion of income statements, balance sheet reviews, journal entries, and account reconciliations.• Oversee general ledger accuracy and manage accounting activity related to inventory, capital spending, receivables, and payables.• Support the annual budgeting cycle and forecasting process by preparing analysis and coordinating financial input across the business.• Direct accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows, including accrual preparation, vendor statement review, invoice analysis, and reconciliation to financial records.• Prepare recurring financial reports such as job cost summaries, backlog updates, gross margin analysis, and monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.• Coordinate payroll-related reporting, sales tax filings, credit evaluations, and documentation needed for internal and external financial review.• Partner with corporate finance and audit teams by supplying accurate data, responding to requests, and assisting with year-end audit preparation.• Help strengthen accounting processes, recommend practical improvements, and develop team capability so staff can assume broader responsibilities.• Serve as an operational backup for payables and receivables functions and assist with physical inventory activities as needed.
2026-07-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist

Muskegon, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist to support daily financial operations for a team in Muskegon, Michigan. This position focuses on timely invoice handling, accurate payment processing, and dependable payroll support while maintaining strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in accounts payable and payroll administration, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign correct accounting codes, and prepare them for processing. • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including data entry, verification, approvals, and payment scheduling. • Execute regular check runs and help ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time. • Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation for invoices, payments, and payroll activities. • Assist with payroll processing by validating hours, reviewing entries, and helping resolve discrepancies. • Communicate with vendors and internal staff to address invoice questions, payment issues, and account concerns. • Monitor payment deadlines and support month-end activities related to accounts payable and payroll. • Identify processing issues and recommend improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency in daily workflows.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z