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11 results for Staff Accountant in Grand Rapids, MI

Staff Accountant
  • Rockford, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a well-known organization in Rockford, MI on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities with accuracy and consistency while supporting a fast-paced operational environment. The role will contribute to close activities, reconciliations, reporting, and ongoing accounting support to help maintain reliable financial records and informed business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support monthly and annual close activities by preparing schedules, organizing supporting documentation, and helping ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Create and record journal entries with a high degree of accuracy while maintaining proper backup for each transaction.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Generate financial reports, review results for accuracy, and highlight notable findings or irregularities for follow-up.</p><p>• Maintain organized accounting records and help uphold established financial controls, policies, and standard procedures.</p><p>• Perform balance sheet, bank, cash, and daily reconciliations to keep accounts current and aligned with source data.</p><p>• Assist with special accounting assignments and contribute ideas that improve efficiency, reporting, or workflow consistency.</p><p>• Work within ERP and spreadsheet-based tools, including SyteLine and Microsoft Excel, to complete recurring accounting tasks and analysis.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Part Time Staff Accountant to join our team in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This Contract to permanent part time position provides an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to manage critical accounting tasks while contributing to the efficiency of our financial operations. The role involves a variety of responsibilities, primarily handling accounts payable. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable invoices on a daily basis to ensure timely and accurate payment.</p><p>• Manage biweekly payment runs while resolving vendor discrepancies effectively.</p><p>• Perform month-end close activities, including depreciation, prepaid expenses, and sales/use tax calculations.</p><p>• Enter credit card bills and reconcile transactions with precision.</p><p>• Analyze financial data using Excel to generate meaningful insights for decision-making.</p><p>• Assist with corporate tax return preparation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate journal entries and update the general ledger as needed.</p><p>• Provide support for cross-training initiatives in accounts receivable and other month-end duties.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with team members regarding credit card entries and other accounting matters.</p><p>• Optimize manual processes to improve workflow efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 62500 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and ensuring financial data is recorded accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable and audit-ready financial records.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for internal review, helping stakeholders understand business performance.</p><p>• Analyze monthly results against budgets and forecasts, identifying key variances and summarizing findings for management.</p><p>• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling data, validating assumptions, and updating financial models.</p><p>• Use advanced Excel tools to organize large data sets, perform account analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.</p><p>• Support accounting projects across different client environments, adapting quickly to new processes, software platforms, and industry requirements.</p><p>• Contribute to the improvement of financial workflows and reporting practices to strengthen accuracy, consistency, and operational effectiveness.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a manufacturing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and helping deliver reliable reporting that informs business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, solid analytical ability, and a hands-on approach to payroll, reconciliations, and process improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate inquiries, please call Katie Ruger at 616-600-8734!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage journal entries, accruals, and ledger activity to keep financial records complete and accurate.</p><p>• Coordinate monthly and annual close tasks to support timely preparation of internal financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare account reconciliations across cash, intercompany balances, fixed assets, inventory, and prepaid accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed.</p><p>• Review financial results, investigate variances and trends, and share practical recommendations with leadership and business partners.</p><p>• Contribute financial data and analysis used in budgeting and forecasting activities.</p><p>• Support compliance with accounting standards, internal procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements while strengthening documented controls.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audit requests by organizing schedules, records, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll, maintain payroll records, and help ensure payroll activities align with company policy and legal requirements.</p><p>• Partner with teams such as operations, procurement, and human resources to address accounting issues and improve reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate routine accounting tasks, and participate in system enhancements or implementations.</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a<strong> Sr. Accountant</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage monthly close activities, including preparing journal entries and ensuring deadlines are met accurately.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and related supporting schedules for internal and client reporting needs.</p><p>• Analyze budget-to-actual results and explain monthly variances to support business decisions.</p><p>• Assist with forecasting and budgeting efforts by compiling data, reviewing trends, and updating projections.</p><p>• Use advanced Excel tools to organize, validate, and analyze accounting information efficiently.</p><p>• Adapt to different accounting systems and client environments while maintaining consistency and accuracy in deliverables.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance teams and business partners to improve reporting quality and support ongoing accounting projects.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Muskegon, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Norton Shores, Michigan. This role requires an individual who is skilled in financial operations with ability to manage a variety of accounting tasks with precision and efficiency. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working independently while contributing to team goals, we encourage you to apply. For immediate inquiries, please call Katie Ruger today at 616-600-8734!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare, examine, and maintain accurate financial records, reports, and statements.</li><li>Manage general ledger entries and ensure reconciliation of accounts.</li><li>Process receivable transactions and monitor for discrepancies.</li><li>Perform month-end and year-end closing procedures in accordance with established timelines.</li><li>Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis reports.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing requested financial information and documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, errors, or potential improvements.</li><li>Maintain documentation for all financial transactions and ensure proper filing for audit trails.</li><li>Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting issues and support company initiatives.</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related journal entries as necessary.</li><li>Continuously recommend and support improvements to accounting procedures and systems.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a team in Grand Rapids, Michigan on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating purchase order activity, and assisting with payroll for an employee population of about 150. The role is well suited for someone who works carefully, communicates promptly, and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter and update financial information in accounting systems on a daily and monthly basis while maintaining a high level of accuracy.<br>• Monitor purchase orders, match supporting documentation, and reconcile related activity to keep records complete and current.<br>• Assist with core accounting work such as preparing journal entries, supporting general ledger maintenance, and helping with month-end and year-end close tasks.<br>• Provide payroll support by reviewing timesheets, helping process payroll, maintaining payroll files, and responding to employee questions.<br>• Organize and maintain accounting and payroll documentation in accordance with company policies and applicable compliance standards.<br>• Partner with internal departments to address financial questions, resolve discrepancies, and support reliable reporting.<br>• Review invoices and other financial documents for completeness, correct coding, and proper entry into the system.<br>• Help prepare financial schedules, reports, and audit support materials for leadership and external reviewers.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and payroll workflows while supporting efficient day-to-day operations.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 22 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position offers the opportunity to support core accounting operations in a busy environment while building long-term potential with the team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in payables, receivables, and account reconciliation, along with the ability to maintain accuracy across day-to-day financial activity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle the full accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, assigning proper coding, and preparing payments for processing<br>• Oversee accounts receivable tasks, including generating customer invoices, posting incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances<br>• Compare and reconcile vendor records and customer account activity to identify and resolve discrepancies<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing reconciliations and supporting the accuracy of financial data<br>• Maintain organized accounting documentation and update records to support reporting and audit readiness<br>• Address questions from vendors and customers promptly while providing clear and thorough communication<br>• Follow established accounting policies and internal controls to help ensure compliant financial operations
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • South Haven, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for a manufacturing organization on the lakeshore. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with high-volume invoice activity, and confident using systems and spreadsheet tools. The role focuses on accurate payment processing, document review, and coordination with internal teams to keep accounts payable activities organized and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and enter payment-related data accurately into company financial systems.</p><p>• Review purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documents to confirm invoice details before posting.</p><p>• Reconcile discrepancies involving pricing, quantities, debits, credits, and payment terms by working with internal departments and suppliers.</p><p>• Maintain organized accounts payable records and ensure documentation is complete for audit and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Use SAP, AS400, and Microsoft Excel to track transactions, update records, and prepare routine account summaries.</p><p>• Assist with credit application documentation and help maintain current vendor account information.</p><p>• Monitor invoice status and follow up on outstanding items to support timely payment processing.</p><p>• Contribute to data entry efforts tied to internal accounting workflows and system-based record maintenance.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an accounting leader who thrives in delivering accuracy, maintaining strong organization, and collaborating across teams? We are seeking an <strong>Accounting Manager </strong>to lead core accounting operations and work closely with business leadership. For more information, please contact <strong>Katie Ruger </strong>at 616-600-8734!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee essential accounting functions including general ledger activities, tax compliance, financial reporting and analysis, and internal controls.</li><li>Ensure that transaction systems and workflows operate efficiently and accurately.</li><li>Supervise and develop the accounting team, managing day-to-day responsibilities and driving team performance.</li><li>Manage monthly closings, account reconciliations, and resolve any discrepancies or reconciling items.</li><li>Conduct research and prepare adjusting journal entries as needed.</li><li>Support annual audits as well as other financial projects.</li><li>Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare reports and presentations for all levels of management.</li><li>Maintain and implement internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures.</li><li>Oversee tax compliance across income, sales, and property tax areas.</li><li>Partner with HR on benefit-related matters, including fiduciary responsibilities for the 401K plan.</li><li>Identify and proactively address business issues impacting financial results, collaborating with management to develop solutions.</li><li>Establish and track performance metrics and KPIs for the team.</li><li>Coach and mentor staff to ensure individual and organizational growth.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Accounting Supervisor
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Supervisor to join a manufacturing organization in Walker, Michigan and help lead core accounting operations with accuracy and consistency. This role is responsible for supporting reliable financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and driving a smooth close process across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles. The position also contributes to audit readiness, fixed asset oversight, and broader finance support in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities to ensure complete and timely financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analyses to support the accuracy of the general ledger.<br>• Assist with the creation of financial statements and investigate fluctuations or variances that affect reported results.<br>• Coordinate materials and documentation for internal and external audits, including the preparation of supporting schedules and workpapers.<br>• Manage fixed asset records by overseeing capitalization, depreciation, retirements, and impairment assessments.<br>• Administer lease accounting schedules and calculate related right-of-use assets and lease obligations.<br>• Complete assigned accounting projects such as property tax support, management reporting, and other ad hoc financial analysis.<br>• Provide guidance to accounting operations by reviewing manufacturing variances and supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.<br>• Maintain organized financial records and ensure general ledger information remains accurate, current, and audit-ready.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z