Senior Accountant, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Lansing

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Accountant to play a key role in financial reporting and compliance efforts. The ideal Senior Accountant candidate will have experience working in a shared services model, ensuring accurate and timely completion of month-end close activities, reconciliations, and other critical accounting functions.

Job Responsibility:

General Ledger Management: Maintain and oversee the accuracy of the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies
Month-End and Year-End Close: Perform key activities in the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments, to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Account Reconciliations: Prepare, review, and resolve discrepancies for balance sheet account reconciliations, such as bank accounts, intercompany accounts, and prepaid expenses, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Financial Reporting Support: Assist with preparing financial reports, statements, and analysis to support decision-making and external compliance requirements
Internal Controls: Ensure all accounting processes adhere to established internal controls and contribute to process-improvement initiatives that support operational efficiencies
Shared Services Role: Collaborate with cross-functional teams in the shared services model, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, to streamline processes and ensure data accuracy across accounting functions
Audit Support: Provide support for internal and external audits by preparing documentation and reconciling account details as required
Compliance: Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting roles, with a focus on reconciliations, and journal entries
Proficiency in account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliations
Strong knowledge of General Ledger and month-end close processes
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting
Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities to meet deadlines and support team goals
Familiarity with financial audits and working with auditors

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 10, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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