Job Description
Join Detroit's leading financial services firm as we urgently expand our accounting team! We're seeking a meticulous Senior Accountant to drive financial excellence for our diverse portfolio of clients. With 15+ years of serving Michigan businesses, we offer a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts our clients' growth. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements in our modern downtown Detroit headquarters.
This urgent opening requires immediate availability to support our peak season workload. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced settings and possess a passion for financial precision.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle accounting operations including month-end close processes
- Prepare and analyze complex financial statements and variance reports
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable and payroll processing
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and state/federal tax regulations
- Lead audit preparations and coordinate with external auditors
- Implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency
- Mentor junior accounting staff on best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel (VBA skills a plus)
- Demonstrated expertise in multi-state tax compliance
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Experience with ERP systems (Sage 100 or NetSuite)
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in high-volume environments