11 Results for Accounting Specialist Jobs in Portage, MI

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Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join a construction-focused organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan on a Contract basis. This position will play a key role in monitoring project costs, supporting reliable financial reporting, and helping maintain accurate billing and compliance documentation. The ideal candidate brings experience in project or cost accounting and can collaborate effectively with operations, project teams, and finance stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Evaluate project-related invoices to confirm accurate coding, supporting records, and alignment with approved job costs. • Produce and update cost analyses that highlight spending trends, budget performance, and project variances. • Oversee monthly progress billing activities to ensure customer invoices are prepared correctly and issued on schedule. • Manage lien waiver records and follow through on documentation required for payment processing and compliance. • Reconcile job cost activity, research inconsistencies, and resolve accounting issues tied to project financials. • Track commitments, subcontractor charges, and change order impacts to maintain visibility into total project cost exposure. • Contribute to month-end accounting tasks by preparing entries, reports, and reconciliations related to project activity. • Maintain organized financial files and job cost documentation to support internal review and external audit requests. • Work closely with project managers and operational leaders to reinforce cost control practices across active jobs.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Eaton Rapids, MI
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Temporary to Hire
15.5 - 15.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing customer interaction with detailed financial work and takes pride in maintaining accurate payment records. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to day-to-day receivables operations while supporting timely collections, cash application, and account maintenance in a collaborative work environment. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming receivables activity by recording payments, updating account details, and keeping customer balances current. • Contact customers by phone to address past-due balances, answer billing questions, and encourage prompt resolution of outstanding accounts. • Apply bank transactions and posted payments accurately to customer accounts while investigating discrepancies when needed. • Maintain organized financial records through consistent data entry and careful review of account information. • Use Microsoft Excel to track aging details, reconcile payment activity, and support reporting related to receivables performance. • Provide attentive customer service during collection calls by handling conversations with tact, clarity, and strong phone etiquette. • Collaborate with internal team members to resolve account issues, clarify payment status, and improve overall collection efficiency.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Schoolcraft, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
40000 - 45000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a logistics-focused organization in Schoolcraft, Michigan. This position plays an important role in keeping records accurate, processing transactions efficiently, and helping maintain smooth accounting workflows. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with financial data, and able to manage multiple administrative accounting tasks with consistency and care. Responsibilities:• Process incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and prepare records for timely payment handling.• Record customer payments, update account information, and assist with maintaining accurate receivable balances.• Enter high volumes of numeric and financial data into accounting systems with strong attention to accuracy.• Review documentation for completeness, scan and organize files, and maintain digital records in PDF format for easy retrieval.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities by reconciling entries and resolving routine discrepancies.• Assist with general clerical accounting duties, including filing, document management, and transaction support.• Communicate with internal teams or vendors as needed to clarify billing details and ensure records are up to date
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to support accurate, compliant payroll operations for a workforce of more than 300 employees in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position plays a key role in delivering dependable payroll processing, maintaining precise records, and serving as a reliable resource for employees, internal teams, and external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to improving payroll workflows and system performance. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for a multi-employee population, ensuring pay is delivered correctly and on schedule. • Investigate and resolve payroll issues such as deduction inconsistencies, payment errors, and off-cycle check requests with attention to detail and urgency. • Monitor payroll activities for adherence to tax regulations, benefit withholdings, and company policies related to compensation and time off. • Review employee payroll data, benefit elections, and supporting records through routine audits to maintain accuracy and compliance. • Maintain organized and current payroll documentation, including transaction records and employee-related payroll files. • Produce payroll-related reports that support verification, auditing, workforce analysis, and management decision-making. • Respond to payroll questions from employees and partner contacts, providing clear guidance and timely resolution to concerns. • Train new users on timekeeping and benefits platforms to promote a smooth onboarding experience and effective system usage. • Partner with the broader team to enhance payroll processes, support system updates and testing, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Allegan, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Allegan, Michigan. This role oversees the accuracy of financial records, supports timely reporting, and helps maintain strong day-to-day processes across payables, receivables, and the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to month-end activities, audit support, and reconciliation work while also contributing to acquisition-related accounting and integration efforts. Responsibilities: • Direct monthly close activities, ensuring financial data is recorded accurately and reporting deadlines are consistently met. • Oversee general ledger maintenance, including review of journal entries and verification of supporting documentation. • Manage account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and maintain reliable financial records. • Coordinate preparation for financial statement audits by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting compliance efforts. • Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to promote timely processing, cash flow visibility, and effective controls. • Utilize QuickBooks to monitor accounting activity, maintain system accuracy, and generate routine financial information. • Support accounting aspects of acquisitions by assisting with due diligence, transaction-related reporting, and post-close financial alignment. • Participate in merger integration work as needed, helping incorporate financial processes and reporting into the broader organization.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Grand Rapids, MI
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a Contract assignment supporting the finance team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role will focus on core accounting operations, month-end activities, project-related financial review, and account cleanup efforts while helping maintain accurate reporting. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, strong problem-solving ability, and the flexibility to learn quickly and support a smooth transition within the team. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing balances, and supporting timely financial reporting. • Reconcile general ledger accounts by comparing source documentation to recorded activity and resolving discrepancies efficiently. • Oversee prepaid expenses, accrual entries, and other routine senior-level accounting tasks to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Review project financial activity by analyzing labor hours, invoice details, and expense postings to confirm revenue and costs are recorded correctly. • Support revenue recognition processes and help finalize project accounting so work is properly closed out in the system. • Gather payroll-related data and record appropriate entries in the general ledger with a high level of accuracy. • Assist with cleanup efforts across accounts payable, project accounting records, and other legacy financial items requiring correction or clarification. • Cross-train with team members and document knowledge to promote continuity and enable a seamless handoff at the end of the assignment.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Holland, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support financial operations and systems-driven accounting processes for a manufacturing organization in Holland, Michigan. This position blends hands-on accounting work with process improvement, helping ensure accurate records, reliable reporting, and smooth coordination across multiple sites. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, confidence working in ERP environments, and the ability to strengthen workflows through thoughtful use of technology and reporting tools. Responsibilities:• Support monthly and annual close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with audit-ready financial records.• Review payables and receivables activity to identify patterns, resolve aging or credit-related issues, and maintain accurate intercompany and uninvoiced receipt balances.• Record and validate financial transactions such as cash postings, employee expense summaries, and payroll or card-related entries within the general ledger.• Maintain accurate customer and supplier master data, including payment terms, tax settings, and credit parameters, to protect data quality across accounting systems.• Act as a key resource for the accounting team on Epicor and related applications by answering user questions, troubleshooting issues, and improving day-to-day system usage.• Develop more efficient accounting workflows by leveraging ERP capabilities, advanced Excel functions, and practical automation opportunities.• Build and refine reports, queries, and other system-based outputs that support financial review, management reporting, and operational analysis.• Coordinate with internal technology teams and external vendors during software updates, feature testing, access management, and data integrity efforts.• Provide backup support for essential accounts payable, accounts receivable, and expense processing tasks to maintain continuity in a multi-site environment.• Contribute to audit support activities, documentation requests, staff training on system functionality, and ongoing process improvement initiatives.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Augusta, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a healthcare organization in Augusta, Michigan. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with daily and monthly accounting activity, and helping ensure timely reporting across key accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in transactional accounting and general ledger support, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support month-end close activities. • Process vendor invoices, monitor payment schedules, and maintain organized accounts payable records. • Record incoming payments, track outstanding balances, and support accounts receivable follow-up efforts. • Maintain financial data within QuickBooks and help ensure consistency across accounting documentation. • Assist in preparing routine financial reports and supporting schedules for internal review. • Review accounting transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Kalamazoo, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 56000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate portfolio in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role focuses on maintaining accurate property-level records, managing payables, and preparing reliable financial information for internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience with property management systems, and a detail-oriented approach to reconciliations and reporting. Responsibilities: • Maintain complete and accurate accounting records for assigned properties, ensuring transactions are recorded in accordance with accrual-based accounting principles. • Process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner while verifying coding, approvals, and supporting documentation. • Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and property-related subledgers to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for property portfolios, helping stakeholders understand operating performance. • Review property income and expenses for accuracy, identify variances, and investigate unusual account activity. • Utilize AppFolio to manage accounting workflows, track financial data, and support day-to-day property accounting activities. • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather financial information, answer accounting questions, and improve reporting accuracy.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Battle Creek, MI
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dependable part-time Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations for an organization in Battle Creek, Michigan. This is an onsite,Contract opportunity offering approximately 20 flexible hours per week and an immediate start. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, support routine audit-related activities, and ensure essential bookkeeping work continues smoothly while the team is short-staffed. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices accurately and ensure payments are tracked in a timely manner.• Maintain core bookkeeping activities so daily financial operations continue without disruption.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including recording transactions and monitoring outstanding items.• Reconcile bank activity and review financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.• Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation and completing assigned accounting support tasks.• Create and update business forms and templates within PandaDoc as needed.• Use Excel and QuickBooks to manage financial data, prepare reports, and keep records current.• Collaborate closely with team members, communicate clearly, and seek clarification when needed to keep work moving efficiently.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Sr Accounts Payable Analyst

Grand Rapids, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr Accounts Payable Analyst to support high-volume vendor payment operations for our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who can balance accuracy, responsiveness, and strong follow-through while working across multiple priorities. You will play a key part in keeping invoice workflows moving efficiently, resolving payables issues, and partnering with internal stakeholders and external processing resources to maintain smooth operations. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end vendor invoice processing in Tipalti while ensuring adherence to established financial policies and internal controls. • Examine incoming bills for proper account coding, required backup, completeness, and approval readiness before submission for payment. • Coordinate approval workflows by directing invoices to the appropriate reviewers, tracking pending items, and following up to prevent delays. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, documentation, and vendor questions in a timely manner. • Communicate with agency contacts regarding invoice status, payment timing, approval needs, and submission expectations. • Assist newly acquired agencies as they align with company accounts payable procedures and supporting systems. • Maintain well-organized payables records and documentation to support audit readiness and operational consistency. • Contribute to month-end close tasks and provide support for outsourced processing activities by clarifying procedures, reviewing work quality, and escalating recurring issues when needed.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

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