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10 results for Accounting Specialist in Portage, MI

Accounting Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a finance team on a Contract basis in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role will contribute to core accounting operations by supporting general ledger activity, payables, receivables, and financial record accuracy. The position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable working across multiple accounting processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Support daily accounting operations by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, and assisting with month-end closing tasks. • Manage invoice processing by reviewing documentation for accuracy and helping coordinate timely vendor payments. • Handle receivables activity, including posting transactions, reviewing outstanding balances, and following up on open items when needed. • Investigate and resolve inconsistencies across general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable records. • Assist with accounting software implementation activities such as data validation, testing, documentation, and user support. • Work closely with internal teams to maintain accurate financial information and ensure deadlines are met. • Prepare schedules, backup materials, and other accounting documentation to support reporting and audit needs. • Follow established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in all assigned work.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
18 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Grand Rapids, Michigan for a Contract assignment supporting leave coverage. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing a steady flow of invoice activity, and values working with a collaborative group. The role offers hands-on exposure to core payables functions while contributing to accurate and timely financial operations. Responsibilities: • Handle a large volume of payables transactions with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and consistency. • Review incoming invoices, assign the correct coding, and enter them into the accounting system for processing. • Maintain vendor account information and respond to routine questions to help ensure smooth payment activity. • Examine invoices for completeness and validity before preparing them for payment approval and release. • Investigate billing differences or payment issues and work with internal partners or vendors to resolve them promptly. • Organize and retain accounts payable records so documentation remains complete, accessible, and audit-ready. • Assist with payment activities such as ACH processing and check runs in accordance with established procedures. • Provide general support to the accounting team by helping with related tasks and priority projects as needed.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Jenison, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations of a growing manufacturer of injection molding equipment in Jenison, Michigan. This role oversees core accounting activities while supporting business performance through accurate reporting, cost analysis, and financial planning. The ideal candidate brings strong ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to manage both day-to-day accounting tasks and broader operational finance responsibilities in a multi-site environment. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly and annual close processes, ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and aligned with reporting requirements. • Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and variance analyses to provide leadership with clear insight into business performance. • Manage general accounting activities, including general ledger oversight, balance sheet reconciliations, and actual cost tracking. • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and customer account setup while maintaining strong internal financial controls. • Support inventory, purchasing, and other operational accounting needs as business demands require. • Maintain banking relationships and coordinate matters related to credit facilities, including lines of credit and letters of credit. • Contribute to decisions involving employee benefits, insurance programs, and retirement plan administration. • Monitor credit-related activities and help evaluate customer creditworthiness to support sound financial risk management.
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a diverse workforce across multiple states and union jurisdictions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, you will excel in this position. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for various entities, covering approximately one hundred employees across different states, unions, and job sites. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll, garnishments, and labor laws. • Handle payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and year-end reporting, such as W-2s and 1099s. • Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to resolve discrepancies related to timekeeping, benefits, and employment changes. • Conduct system audits, troubleshoot payroll errors, and maintain the accuracy and integrity of payroll data. • Generate customized payroll reports for job costing, audits, and management review. • Monitor and stay updated on payroll trends and regulatory changes specific to the construction industry.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join a collaborative team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This Contract position is well suited for someone in the early stages of their accounting career who wants to strengthen their foundation through practical, day-to-day experience. In this role, you will contribute to core accounting activities, support accurate financial reporting, and partner with multiple teams to keep information organized and complete. Responsibilities: • Reconcile general ledger accounts and daily financial activity with close attention to accuracy and follow-up on discrepancies. • Prepare, review, and record journal entries to support routine accounting operations and period-end close activities. • Coordinate with departments across the organization to gather documentation, secure approvals, and maintain complete accounting support files. • Assist with month-end accounting tasks by updating records, organizing supporting schedules, and helping ensure deadlines are met. • Provide administrative payroll support in partnership with Human Resources, including handling related records and data updates. • Maintain well-organized financial information by entering data accurately and verifying that records are current and complete. • Use tools such as Microsoft Excel and Great Plains to manage transactions, analyze account activity, and support reporting needs. • Contribute to special assignments and additional accounting projects as business needs evolve.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Zeeland, MI
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 31 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking an Accounting Specialist for a long-term temporary opportunity supporting day-to-day accounting operations. This role will be responsible for handling a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entries within a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Support general accounting operations and daily financial activities</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Assist with additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Kalamazoo, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations for a CPA firm in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This position is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing core accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and working confidently in QuickBooks. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach to payables, receivables, reconciliations, and payroll while helping keep financial processes organized and reliable. Responsibilities: • Maintain complete and accurate financial records by posting transactions and updating ledgers on a consistent basis. • Process vendor invoices and payments promptly while ensuring accounts payable activity is recorded correctly. • Track incoming payments, apply receipts, and follow up as needed to keep accounts receivable current. • Reconcile bank accounts regularly to identify discrepancies and ensure balances align with supporting documentation. • Use QuickBooks to manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities and generate financial information as needed. • Support payroll processing by verifying data, maintaining records, and helping ensure timely and accurate payment administration. • Review accounting entries for accuracy and completeness to help preserve the integrity of financial data.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Manager

Goshen, IN
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Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can lead planning, analysis, and reporting efforts while helping the organization strengthen its financial decision-making. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys turning complex data into clear business insights, building reliable reporting processes, and supporting leadership with forward-looking analysis. The position offers an opportunity to shape budgeting and forecasting practices, improve financial visibility through dashboards and automation, and grow into a broader leadership capacity over time. Responsibilities: • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial review activities to provide leadership with accurate and timely performance insights. • Develop financial models and analytical tools that support strategic decisions related to operations, growth opportunities, and overall business performance. • Produce management reports, variance analysis, and presentation materials that explain key trends, risks, and opportunities in a clear and actionable way. • Create more efficient and automated financial statement and reporting processes, reducing reliance on manual spreadsheets where possible. • Oversee administration and effective use of financial systems and reporting tools, including dashboard development and data visualization support in Power BI. • Support planning and analysis tied to capital needs, debt activity, labor performance, and other core financial metrics. • Partner with accounting and operational stakeholders to improve the accuracy, consistency, and usefulness of financial data across the organization. • Contribute financial analysis for transactions and organizational changes such as acquisitions, divestitures, and management agreement evaluations. • Help implement and optimize budgeting technology to strengthen planning capabilities and reporting effectiveness.
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z