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36 results for Accountant Entry Level in Lansing, MI

AR Accountant
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our team in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing accounts receivable activities, including collections, billing, and cash applications. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a dynamic organization within the health and biotech industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing and payment collection.<br>• Oversee commercial collections to maintain healthy cash flow and minimize overdue accounts.<br>• Process cash applications efficiently, ensuring proper allocation of payments.<br>• Monitor and execute cash collection activities to meet organizational financial targets.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing inquiries and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with Automated Clearing House (ACH) procedures and standards.<br>• Generate detailed reports on accounts receivable performance and provide insights to management.<br>• Implement best practices for streamlining AR operations and enhancing efficiency.<br>• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all accounts receivable transactions.
  • 2025-10-30T17:59:06Z
Cost Accountant
  • Wixom, MI
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing team in Wixom, Michigan. This Contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to utilize your expertise in cost accounting to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates are analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in manufacturing environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze production costs to uncover trends and identify areas for financial improvement.<br>• Reconcile financial data with the general ledger to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Support fixed asset management processes, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.<br>• Evaluate production variances and assess their impact on cost structures and profitability.<br>• Prepare monthly reports detailing customer profitability and product line performance.<br>• Generate profit center and cost center reports to monitor organizational financial health.<br>• Collaborate in the development and review of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with company objectives.<br>• Compare budget forecasts to actual results, reporting on variances and providing actionable insights.<br>• Monitor overhead expenditures and recommend strategies for cost optimization.<br>• Maintain and update accounting and costing views within the material master system, ensuring data integrity.
  • 2025-10-28T13:44:26Z
Client Accounting Services
  • Byron Center, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you ready to take your accounting expertise to the next level while making a meaningful impact for a diverse pool of clients? Join a team where your skills will help shape businesses, support financial strategies, and foster trusted relationships that drive real results.</p><p><br></p><p>This <strong>Client Accounting Services Senior Associate</strong> role offers a dynamic blend of hands-on accounting, client interaction, and collaboration within a forward-thinking organization. Imagine being the go-to expert for a wide range of clients, mastering financial operations, and creating tailored solutions that make a difference every single day.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Katie Ruger at 616-600-8734.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a primary contact for assigned clients, building trust-based relationships.</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients via phone and email to address needs.</li><li>Respond promptly to client questions and accounting inquiries professionally.</li><li>Assist clients in implementing best practices to improve financial processes.</li><li>Accurately record financial transactions per client-specific requirements.</li><li>Manage accounts payable activities, including invoice processing and payments.</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card accounts to ensure data accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and file sales tax reports in compliance with relevant regulations.</li><li>Handle annual 1099 filings, ensuring deadlines are met.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and generating financial reports.</li><li>Collaborate within the CAS team and with other departments to ensure consistent service.</li><li>Identify and address accounting issues, escalating them to management as needed.</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives and standardization efforts.</li><li>Engage in continuing education on accounting standards and technology updates.</li></ul>
  • 2025-11-11T19:29:04Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Caledonia, MI
  • remote
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Clerk</strong> to support daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate will be organized, accurate, and able to handle a variety of clerical and accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing</li><li>Enter and verify financial data in accounting systems</li><li>Match invoices, purchase orders, and receipts for accuracy</li><li>Prepare and process check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and documentation</li><li>Support month-end and year-end closing activities</li><li>Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve discrepancies</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-17T15:18:43Z
Audit Manager - Public
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves overseeing client engagements, providing expert consultation on complex accounting matters, and mentoring team members to support their growth and development. If you have a passion for delivering high-quality assurance services and fostering meaningful client relationships, we want to hear from you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage all phases of client engagements, including planning, scheduling, fieldwork, and communication with clients.<br>• Supervise and mentor staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of team members' work and ensure proper documentation for each engagement.<br>• Research and resolve intricate accounting issues to provide accurate and reliable solutions.<br>• Collaborate with senior leadership and partners to align engagement strategies with client needs.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, industry standards, and U.S. GAAP regulations.<br>• Assist clients with financial statement preparation and offer insights on improving their accounting processes.<br>• Maintain and strengthen client relationships by addressing their concerns and providing proactive advice.<br>• Monitor project budgets and timelines to ensure efficient delivery of services.
  • 2025-11-11T19:34:25Z
Tax Senior Manager - Public
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior Manager to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a key leader within the Tax Department, you will oversee client engagements, provide mentorship to staff, and ensure the highest quality of service across a variety of tax-related projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing firm while working on complex tax matters for individuals, businesses, and other entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage all phases of tax engagements, including planning, execution, and client communication.<br>• Review complex tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, estates, trusts, and tax-exempt entities, ensuring compliance with high standards.<br>• Delegate tasks to team members based on their expertise and provide mentorship to enhance their skills.<br>• Foster and maintain strong client relationships while delivering exceptional customer service.<br>• Conduct technical research on tax issues and provide strategic guidance to clients.<br>• Lead, train, and evaluate staff and managers to promote growth and performance excellence.<br>• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings and strengthen client relationships.<br>• Participate in business development activities, including networking and involvement in relevant organizations.<br>• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality work products to clients.
  • 2025-11-11T19:34:25Z
Audit Manager - Public
  • Grand Rapids Nt, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 130000.00 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full lifecycle of audit engagements, including planning, execution, and reporting.<br>• Conduct comprehensive reviews of financial statements to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.<br>• Mentor and supervise audit staff, providing guidance and fostering skill development.<br>• Lead firm initiatives such as process enhancements and training programs to improve operational efficiency.<br>• Ensure adherence to ethical standards and regulatory requirements throughout all engagements.<br>• Collaborate with partners and clients to address complex audit-related issues and provide actionable recommendations.<br>• Oversee testing of internal controls, including IT General Controls (ITGC), to assess compliance and effectiveness.<br>• Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts by performing detailed evaluations and testing.<br>• Utilize technical expertise to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and standards to ensure the firm remains at the forefront of audit practices.
  • 2025-11-11T19:14:32Z
Senior Real Estate Analyst
  • Lansing, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our recruiting firm is partnering with a highly respected real estate organization to identify an experienced <strong>Senior Real Estate Analyst</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity to join a strong, collaborative team and play a critical role in asset management, risk management, lending, and long-term portfolio strategy.</p><p>This position is especially impactful as it will take the lead in evaluating and planning for an aging segment of the company’s real estate portfolio—including shaping capital strategies, creating detailed financial plans for major property upgrades, and ensuring assets remain competitive and aligned with long-term organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The <strong>Senior Real Estate Analyst</strong> will serve as a key contributor to the organization’s portfolio management efforts. The Senior Real Estate Analyst role encompasses financial analysis, asset performance tracking, capital planning, and risk assessment across a diverse real estate portfolio. You will work closely with leadership, property operations, and external partners to support lending decisions, capital allocation, and long-term asset strategy.</p><p><br></p><p>A major focus area will be developing actionable strategies for properties nearing critical lifecycle stages—assessing condition, planning capital improvements, and modeling investment scenarios to guide future decisions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Senior Real Estate Analyst - Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct comprehensive financial and operational analyses across the real estate portfolio, including asset performance, revenue trends, and risk indicators.</li><li>Lead the strategic assessment of aging properties and recommend short- and long-term capital investment strategies.</li><li>Develop detailed financial models for capital upgrades, renovations, refinancing scenarios, and disposition considerations.</li><li>Support loan underwriting, lending relationships, and financing packages for new and existing assets.</li><li>Partner with asset management and operations teams to evaluate property-specific risks and opportunities.</li><li>Prepare annual asset budgets, multi-year capital plans, and portfolio-level forecasting.</li><li>Monitor market conditions, demographic trends, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic recommendations.</li><li>Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership with clarity and analytical rigor.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054</p>
  • 2025-11-14T13:08:53Z
Accounting Manager
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Ready to take project financial management to the next level? This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on both team performance and organizational growth. The Project Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role in driving the financial success of construction projects. This position isn't just about managing numbers—it's about building a high-performance accounting team and partnering closely with project leaders to ensure every project stays on track, on budget, and in compliance.</p><p>Key Highlights:</p><ul><li>Dynamic Team Leadership: Guides, motivates, and develops a dedicated group of project accountants to consistently deliver top results.</li><li>Full-Scope Financial Oversight: Manages all client billing, job costing, WIP analysis, and financial controls, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.</li><li>Strategic Collaboration: Works hand-in-hand with project managers to provide meaningful cost insights, resolve challenges, and enhance decision-making.</li><li>Compliance Champion: Protects assets and ensures adherence to contract terms, regulatory requirements, and best practices documentation.</li><li>Month-End Specialist: Oversees critical month-end closing activities, financial reconciliations, and reporting, playing a central role in audit preparation.</li><li>Process Innovator: Continuously seeks ways to improve systems and workflows, leveraging cutting-edge accounting software for greater accuracy and efficiency.</li></ul><p>What Sets This Role Apart? This is more than accounting—it's proactive leadership, strategic problem-solving, and bringing together the people and processes needed for project success. An ideal fit for professionals who thrive on collaboration, drive constant improvement, and excel at transforming financial data into actionable insight.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-12T20:24:08Z
Controller (Plant)
  • Novi, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a finance leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys being a true business partner? We’re seeking a <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to join our team and play a critical role as the voice of the business and trusted advisor to senior leadership. This is a highly visible position with the opportunity to drive change, improve processes, and directly impact plant performance.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do:</p><ul><li>Lead and manage all financial activities at the plant, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash flow.</li><li>Oversee month-end close and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Drive robust cost accounting practices, monitoring and analyzing costs, margins, and variances while identifying improvement opportunities.</li><li>Ensure effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Partner with plant management and corporate finance to deliver meaningful financial insights and reports.</li><li>Collaborate with operations to develop KPIs and drive accountability.</li><li>Manage inventory valuation and physical counts.</li><li>Support corporate finance during external audits.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and operational reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-10-29T13:58:44Z
Plant Controller
  • Coldwater, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Plant Controller to join a dynamic manufacturing team in Coldwater, Michigan. This role requires someone with a strong background in cost accounting and financial analysis, who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys collaborating with production teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing financial operations and ensuring accuracy in reporting and budgeting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee product costing and perform thorough cost analyses to support financial decision-making.<br>• Manage physical inventory processes, including accounting and reconciling raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-progress.<br>• Conduct audits and evaluate internal controls to ensure compliance and assist with audits across other locations as needed.<br>• Analyze and report variances, investigating anomalies in purchase price, efficiency, usage, and utilization.<br>• Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities to support both local and divisional financial planning.<br>• Maintain accuracy in the general ledger by preparing monthly account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • 2025-11-10T15:18:59Z
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