7 results for Accounting Manager in Lansing, MI

Accountant

East Lansing, MI
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Permanent
45000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
As an Accountant in our Full Time Engagement Professional practice group, you will be on placed on engagements where you will be able to assist with journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, manage bank reconciliations, accounts payable or receivable, and general ledger reconciliation. You must have advanced Excel skills, and should be proficient with an ERP package such as SAP, Oracle, Great Plains, or MS Dynamics. Robert Half’s Full Time Engagement Professional practice group is the premier provider of accounting and finance professionals on a long-term and recurring basis. Our Full Time Engagement Professionals are employees of Robert Half and receive “Fortune 500” quality benefits, and paid vacations/holidays. We can offer you challenging job opportunities in various industries, new skills development, and occasional travel throughout the greater Lansing area. As a Full Time Engagement Professional, you don’t just do fill-in work; you have an opportunity to be a part of different teams working on diverse projects. Here are some of the top reasons why our consultants enjoy the “consulting lifestyle” being in our Full Time Engagement Professional practice group:• Variety of duties and responsibilities• Learning new processes, software, and industries• Ability to stay out of office politics• Better work/life balance due to less required overtime
2026-02-24T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

East Lansing, MI
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Permanent
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A high-growth, mid-sized company is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its expanding finance team. This is a broad and highly visible role designed for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, taking ownership of key accounting processes, and contributing to the evolution of the finance function as the business continues to scale. The ideal Senior Accountant candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and enjoys both executing day-to-day accounting responsibilities and helping improve the processes that support a rapidly expanding organization. Senior Accountant Key Responsibilities: Core Accounting<ul><li>Support and execute the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis.</li><li>Maintain accuracy of the general ledger and ensure compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Prepare and review account reconciliations and investigate variances.</li></ul>Financial Reporting & Analysis<ul><li>Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.</li><li>Analyze financial results and provide insights into trends, variances, and business performance.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes.</li></ul>Operational Accounting<ul><li>Participate in various accounting functions including revenue recognition, inventory, fixed assets, accruals, and cost allocations depending on business needs.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting and support business decisions.</li></ul>Process Improvement<ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and internal controls.</li><li>Assist with automation initiatives and system improvements as the company continues to grow.</li><li>Help build scalable processes that support increased transaction volume and operational complexity.</li></ul>Audit & Compliance<ul><li>Support external audits and other financial reviews.</li><li>Assist with maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with company policies.</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Brighton, MI
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Temporary
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Accounting Clerk to join our team in Brighton, Michigan. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of the organization while gaining valuable experience. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the accounting department by ensuring the accuracy of financial records and maintaining compliance with company policies. Responsibilities: • Maintain and update financial records and ledgers with precision. • Process accounts payable and receivable transactions in a timely manner. • Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies. • Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing activities. • Prepare financial reports and statements for review. • Ensure adherence to relevant regulations and company policies. • Organize and manage filing systems for financial documentation. • Address inquiries from vendors, customers, and internal teams professionally. • Collaborate with various departments to improve accounting workflows. • Perform accurate data entry and maintain financial records in accounting software.
2026-03-17T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance & Accounting

Lansing, MI
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Permanent
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
A rapidly growing mid-sized organization is seeking a Director of Finance & Accounting to help lead the next phase of the company’s evolution. With ambitious plans to scale revenue and expand operations, this role will be instrumental in strengthening the finance and accounting infrastructure needed to support sustained growth. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who thrives in dynamic, growth-oriented environments and has a proven ability to drive change, build scalable processes, and elevate financial operations. The Director of Finance & Accounting will partner closely with executive leadership and oversee the day-to-day accounting function while helping shape the strategic financial direction of the organization. Director of Finance & Accounting Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Strategy<ul><li>Partner with executive leadership to support strategic growth initiatives and scaling efforts.</li><li>Provide clear financial insights and analysis to guide operational and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Develop and refine financial reporting, KPIs, and dashboards to support a growing organization.</li></ul>Accounting Operations<ul><li>Oversee all core accounting functions including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.</li></ul>Process Improvement & Change Management<ul><li>Evaluate existing accounting and finance processes and implement improvements to support increased complexity and transaction volume.</li><li>Lead initiatives around automation, system optimization, and scalable financial infrastructure.</li><li>Establish strong internal controls and streamlined workflows as the business grows.</li></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Develop, mentor, and lead the accounting and finance team.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, hands-on culture where no task is too big or too small.</li><li>Help build a finance organization that can support future growth and expansion.</li></ul>Growth & Scalability<ul><li>Design processes and reporting structures capable of supporting rapid revenue growth and operational expansion.</li><li>Support potential acquisitions, new business lines, or geographic expansion initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and leadership to align financial processes with company growth plans.</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Financial Controller

Chesaning, MI
onsite
Permanent
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Financial Controller who thrives in the operational complexity and fast-paced environment of manufacturing. This is not a traditional back-office accounting role — we’re looking for a finance leader who embraces the challenges of the plant floor, understands cost drivers, and partners closely with operations to drive performance and profitability. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys digging into the dynamics of production, quoting new products, analyzing manufacturing processes, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. This role will serve as a key business partner to operations, helping leadership make informed decisions through data-driven financial insights. Financial Controller Key Responsibilities: Operational Finance Leadership<ul><li>Serve as the primary financial partner to plant leadership and operations teams.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing performance, cost drivers, and operational KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Provide financial insights that support operational decision-making and long-term manufacturing strategy.</li></ul>Cost Accounting & Product Profitability<ul><li>Oversee product costing, standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.</li><li>Lead financial analysis around new product quoting and estimating, ensuring accurate cost assumptions related to labor, materials, overhead, and production processes.</li><li>Evaluate product and customer profitability to support pricing and operational decisions.</li></ul>Continuous Improvement & ROI Analysis<ul><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant by analyzing financial impact and expected returns.</li><li>Evaluate capital investments, automation opportunities, and process changes through ROI and payback analysis.</li><li>Track projects from proposal through implementation to ensure expected savings and operational efficiencies are realized.</li><li>Identify underperforming projects or initiatives and help leadership determine if projects should be modified, improved, or closed.</li></ul>Financial Reporting & Controls<ul><li>Lead month-end close and deliver accurate financial reporting for plant performance.</li><li>Provide detailed analysis of manufacturing variances including labor, materials, scrap, and overhead.</li><li>Ensure strong internal controls, inventory accuracy, and financial discipline across operations.</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Work closely with engineering, operations, procurement, and supply chain teams to understand production dynamics and cost drivers.</li><li>Actively participate in operational meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul>This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who chooses manufacturing because of its complexity and operational impact. For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

East Lansing, MI
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Temporary
22 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join a professional finance team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys handling invoices, managing vendor accounts, and ensuring accurate financial operations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Accurately process invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and address any discrepancies promptly</li><li>Maintain organized AP records and support month-end closing activities</li><li>Communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams regarding payments</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives in the AP process</li></ul>
2026-03-16T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Brighton, MI
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Permanent
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
🚨 Cost Accountant II | Manufacturing | Onsite 📍 Maple Grove, MN 💰 $80K–$100K (DOE)I’m partnering with a growing manufacturing operation seeking a Cost Accountant II to own cost integrity, drive variance analysis, and support plant leadership with actionable financial insight.This is a hands-on role embedded with operations — ideal for someone who enjoys the shop floor as much as the spreadsheet.🔍 What You’ll Own<ul><li>Product costing, variance analysis, and standard cost maintenance</li><li>Cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives</li><li>Month-end close support and cost reporting</li><li>Cost-benefit analysis and margin improvement recommendations</li><li>ERP-driven data analysis to support operational decisions</li><li>Internal controls and audit support</li></ul>🤝 Operational Partnership<ul><li>Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and plant leadership</li><li>Participate in production meetings to support real-time decisions</li><li>Mentor junior accounting staff and foster a strong team culture</li></ul>✅ What You Bring<ul><li>5+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing</li><li>Strong GL and month-end close experience</li><li>Advanced Excel (PivotTables, lookups, complex formulas)</li><li>ERP experience with large data sets</li><li>GAAP knowledge; CPA is a plus</li></ul>This is a high-visibility role with direct impact on profitability and operational performance.📩 If this aligns with your background — or you know someone who fits — let’s connect.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z