Accountant

Location: Lansing, MI - On-Site Starting Salary: Up to $80,000

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join their organization in Lansing, Michigan. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, supporting timely close activities, and ensuring day-to-day accounting operations run smoothly with an emphasis on accounts payable. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, practical accounts payable experience, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by preparing and recording entries related to accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, and other adjustments.
• Contribute to monthly and annual closing activities by completing assigned accounting tasks and helping deliver accurate financial results on schedule.
• Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, credit cards, fixed assets, and intercompany balances, and investigate variances to resolution.
• Support audit preparation and compliance efforts by organizing documentation, strengthening reconciliations, and following established internal control practices.
• Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and work with stakeholders to improve processes and enhance system usage within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Provide cross-functional support in areas such as accounts receivable, payroll assistance, budgeting, financial analysis, and special projects when needed.
• Oversee full-cycle accounts payable activities, including invoice review, matching, vendor record upkeep, payment processing, statement reconciliation, aging analysis, and response to supplier questions.
• Reconcile company credit card activity and employee expense submissions while assisting with year-end vendor reporting and 1099 tracking.

For immediate consideration email your resume to rochelle.carrasco@roberthalf com

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
• Practical experience with journal entries, general ledger accounting, and accounts payable processes.
• Ability to manage reconciliations, maintain accurate financial records, and meet recurring close deadlines.
• Familiarity with month-end close procedures, financial documentation, and internal control expectations.
• Effective communication skills for working with colleagues across departments and interacting with vendors.

For immediate consideration email your resume to rochelle.carrasco@roberthalf com