Staff Accountant

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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting concepts and standard financial processes.
• Experience with or exposure to journal entries, account reconciliations, and data entry tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn accounting systems quickly; Great Plains experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to keep records accurate, organized, and timely.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work productively with colleagues in multiple departments.
• Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow within an accounting-focused role.
• Positive, dependable approach and willingness to support a variety of team priorities.

Compensation

$20.00-$24.00 Hourly

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