Staff Accountant

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

Salary: $62-$75k/YR., Based on Exp.

Staff Accountant Job Summary

A local manufacturing organization in West Michigan is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for preparing financial statements, performing reconciliations, analyzing cost and inventory variances, and supporting tax and audit processes across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration are critical.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements, supporting schedules, and account reconciliations
• Analyze gross margins, labor, and cost data to identify trends and variances
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain fixed asset depreciation schedules
• Prepare and review inventory variance reports; recommend adjusting journal entries
• Collaborate with accounting, inventory, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies
• Track and reconcile vendor and customer credits
• Support accounts receivable collections and assist with accounts payable coding
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns in compliance with regulations
• Assist with financial reporting, audits, and external tax preparation support
• Maintain and improve accounting processes and ERP system reporting (Syteline preferred)
• Support cost analysis and production-related financial decision-making
• Complete ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects as assigned

Schedule & Pay

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Pay: $62-$75k, Based on Experience

Staff Accountant Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working within an ERP system environment (Syteline preferred)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 

Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

 

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