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9 results for Staff Accountant in Grand Rapids, MI

Staff Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract assignment based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working through detailed financial records, and confident handling recurring close activities with accuracy. The role will partner with internal teams to keep accounting data current, resolve discrepancies, and contribute to timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Record and post routine and adjusting journal entries to ensure financial activity is reflected accurately in the ledger. • Reconcile balance sheet and other assigned accounts, investigate differences, and document resolutions clearly. • Contribute to month-end and year-end closing tasks by preparing schedules, reviewing transactions, and supporting deadline-driven deliverables. • Monitor general ledger activity for completeness and accuracy, identifying issues that require correction or follow-up. • Build and maintain Excel-based analyses, reports, and supporting schedules using formulas, pivot tables, and large data sets. • Assist with financial reporting needs and provide organized documentation for internal reviews or audit-related requests. • Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls while maintaining consistency across recurring processes. • Communicate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather information, clarify account activity, and provide updates on accounting items.
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

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

Cost Accountant

Middleville, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations at our facility in Middleville, Michigan. This role will take ownership of product costing activities, provide insight into manufacturing performance, and work closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, inventory-related accounting, and variance analysis within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Act as the primary resource for cost accounting matters at the plant, advising cross-functional teams on costing practices and financial impact. • Collaborate with supply chain and engineering partners to establish, evaluate, and maintain direct material standards used for planning, budgeting, and forecasting. • Work with manufacturing engineering to keep labor standards current, reflect process updates in system routings, and align costing data with shop-floor operations. • Review overhead application methods across products and production groups, track key cost drivers, and recommend opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency. • Assess supplier pricing against historical benchmarks, build complete cost summaries, maintain item cost records, and finalize system updates. • Compare actual production results to expected cost models, investigate differences, and support costing decisions tied to engineering change activity. • Contribute to month-end close, recurring financial reporting, and special analysis requests by identifying data sources and preparing meaningful output for stakeholders. • Lead or assist with standard cost revisions and periodic cost roll activities to ensure bills of material, routing structures, labor assumptions, and overhead rates remain current. • Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances, explain root causes to finance and operations leaders, and help drive corrective action and continuous improvement. • Strengthen costing processes, reporting routines, and internal controls by documenting procedures and training business partners when needed.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support essential accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone with a strong eye for detail who can keep financial records accurate, manage recurring transactions, and contribute to a smooth close process. The role offers the opportunity to work across multiple accounting activities while partnering with internal teams to maintain dependable financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Handle daily invoice processing, verify supporting documentation, assign correct coding, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule. • Oversee accounting activity between related entities by reconciling balances, monitoring due to and due from accounts, and resolving variances promptly. • Create and record journal entries with strong attention to timing, documentation, and accuracy. • Review general ledger activity, reconcile accounts regularly, and investigate items that require correction or clarification. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close tasks by preparing support schedules and helping maintain organized financial records. • Research discrepancies involving payables, billing, account balances, and other transactional data, then follow through to resolution. • Assist with account reconciliation work to support complete and reliable financial information across the business. • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to confirm proper accounting treatment and facilitate timely transaction processing. • Use accounting software and Microsoft Excel to review data, prepare reports, and improve the efficiency of routine accounting work.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Property Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Property Accountant to oversee accounting activities for a portfolio of commercial and residential properties in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position plays a key role in producing accurate financial records, maintaining reliable property-level reporting, and supporting operational teams with timely accounting insight. The ideal candidate brings strong property accounting expertise, hands-on experience with AppFolio, and a proactive approach to improving processes and resolving issues. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of owned and managed real estate assets, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and completely. • Review account activity for proper coding and classification, and post adjustments or corrections when needed to maintain clean financial records. • Complete monthly bank reconciliations and support month-end close activities with accurate schedules and supporting documentation. • Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned properties and confirm balances align with underlying records and reconciliations. • Enter and post journal entries, accruals, and other general ledger updates in accordance with accounting standards and internal requirements. • Provide functional support within AppFolio by troubleshooting issues, refining system setup, and strengthening alignment between accounting and property management workflows. • Contribute to reporting improvements by helping develop more efficient management reports and investor-related accounting outputs. • Partner with property management teams on annual tenant reconciliation activities, budgeting support, and ongoing financial or operational accounting needs. • Assist with broader accounting initiatives, including system-related implementation efforts and ad hoc support for the corporate accounting team.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Middleville, MI
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Middleville, Michigan on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can manage invoice processing with accuracy and consistency. The role will focus on resolving invoice issues, supporting timely payment activity, and maintaining strong accounts payable controls while working within Oracle and Excel. Responsibilities: • Process a large weekly volume of supplier invoices while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company payment procedures. • Review invoice details, assign appropriate account coding, and ensure transactions are entered correctly into the accounting system. • Investigate and resolve exception invoices, discrepancies, and other payment-related issues by coordinating with internal teams and vendors. • Support payment operations by preparing ACH transactions and assisting with scheduled check run activities. • Use Oracle to manage accounts payable records, monitor invoice status, and address processing challenges efficiently. • Maintain organized documentation and clear audit trails for invoices, approvals, and payment activity. • Analyze problem invoices to identify root causes and take corrective action to reduce processing delays. • Partner with accounting and operational stakeholders to help keep vendor accounts current and payment workflows running smoothly.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in individual tax preparation and a proven ability to handle complex tax scenarios, including business, trust, estate, and nonprofit returns. You will play a key role in managing client engagements, guiding tax planning and research efforts, and mentoring entry-level staff and interns. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns with precision and efficiency. • Conduct in-depth tax research and draft comprehensive memoranda and client correspondence. • Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring compliance with all tax regulations and providing expert advice. • Supervise and mentor staff and seasonal interns, reviewing their work and offering constructive feedback. • Manage federal, state, and local tax audits, addressing notices and resolving issues effectively. • Oversee multiple client portfolios, ensuring budgets and production goals are met. • Collaborate on tax planning strategies to optimize client outcomes and minimize liabilities. • Utilize tax software such as CCH ProSystem fx and QuickBooks to streamline processes and ensure accuracy. • Monitor industry developments to stay informed of changes in tax laws and regulations. • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless workflow and client satisfaction.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Audit Manager - Public

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to oversee audit engagements and lead a team in delivering high-quality services to a diverse range of clients. This role requires a dynamic individual with strong leadership skills and technical expertise in public accounting and auditing standards. Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, this in-office position offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage the full lifecycle of audit engagements, including planning, execution, and reporting. • Conduct comprehensive reviews of financial statements to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards. • Mentor and supervise audit staff, providing guidance and fostering skill development. • Lead firm initiatives such as process enhancements and training programs to improve operational efficiency. • Ensure adherence to ethical standards and regulatory requirements throughout all engagements. • Collaborate with partners and clients to address complex audit-related issues and provide actionable recommendations. • Oversee testing of internal controls, including IT General Controls (ITGC), to assess compliance and effectiveness. • Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts by performing detailed evaluations and testing. • Utilize technical expertise to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. • Stay updated on industry trends and standards to ensure the firm remains at the forefront of audit practices.
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Tax Senior - Public

Allegan, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Senior to join a public accounting team in Michigan. This role is suited for a tax specialist with several years of hands-on experience who enjoys serving clients, preparing a wide range of returns, and strengthening technical knowledge in a team-oriented setting. The position offers the opportunity to expand public accounting expertise while building toward increased responsibility and future leadership. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entity types across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. • Analyze financial information to support the calculation of income tax provisions for business clients and help ensure accurate reporting. • Research tax rules and regulatory questions, then summarize conclusions clearly for senior colleagues and engagement teams. • Coordinate with clients to gather required documents, answer routine questions, and provide timely follow-up throughout tax engagements. • Maintain compliance by applying current tax laws and monitoring filing requirements for assigned clients. • Organize workpapers and electronic records with a high degree of accuracy to support efficient review and retention practices. • Participate in client discussions and deliver attentive service while helping address day-to-day tax matters. • Continue developing technical and industry knowledge through training, mentorship, and ongoing learning.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z