Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Troy, Michigan in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to evaluate complex transactions with precision. The position will contribute to core accounting operations, technical research, financial review activities, and audit support while partnering closely with finance leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate complex and unusual business transactions and prepare thorough accounting analyses that clearly support recommended treatment.
• Research applicable U.S. accounting guidance, interpret requirements, and document conclusions in formal technical memorandums.
• Assist with the accounting impact of acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic business activities.
• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entry support and general ledger review.
• Perform balance sheet account analysis and complete reconciliations to help maintain accurate financial records.
• Respond to external audit requests by organizing schedules, gathering support, and providing timely documentation.
• Work closely with accounting and finance leaders to address technical accounting questions and reporting considerations.
• Support ongoing financial reporting needs across a multi-entity environment and help strengthen accounting documentation where needed.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of accounting experience, including progressive exposure to technical accounting matters.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and solid grounding in core accounting principles.
• Demonstrated ability to research accounting issues and apply guidance to real-world transactions.
• Experience drafting accounting analyses, technical position papers, or policy-related documentation.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with core accounting processes such as reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex conclusions clearly.
• CPA designation, active CPA status, or progress toward certification is strongly preferred; NetSuite experience is a plus.