Junior Accountant
Contract
Greater Lansing, MI
30-33/hr
Must Haves :
1-3+ years progressive accounting experience
Proficient in excel
Good organization/attention to detail
Degree in Finance/Accounting
Preferred :
Sage ERP
Acquisition integration experience plus
Responsibilities:
· Maintain general ledger, prepare and input monthly journal entries, review and explain variances from forecast.
· Coordinate and manage the month-end close process through financial statement preparation and analysis.
· Ensure compliance with revenue recognition.
· Reconciliation and analysis of various P&L and B/S accounts.
· Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting close process.
· Work closely with the Director of Accounting to oversee the annual audits.
· Perform monthly financial reviews of certain service areas to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial results.
· Work with project managers to understand financials and assist with preparation of forecasts.
Required qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar major
· One to three years of accounting experience utilizing various accounting methodologies
· Successful candidate will be deadline oriented, organized, possess strong time-management skills and have strong attention to detail.
· Experience in the service or manufacturing industry preferred.
· Experience with Sage ERP system preferred, not required.
· Strong Microsoft Excel skills.