Staff Accountant Robert Half - 3.9 Canton, MI Job Details Temporary | Contract $28 - $32 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Financial close processing Sage Accounts receivable management Cash flow monitoring Mid-level Financial performance report preparation Financial analysis 3 years Accounts payable management Bachelor's degree Financial records management Daily transaction recording Closing the books Bachelor's degree in accounting Budget analysis Accounting error correction Accounting Full Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a manufacturing-related operation in Canton, Michigan. This Contract position will handle day-to-day accounting activity while helping maintain accurate financial records across payables, receivables, and general ledger processes. The person in this role will contribute to period-end reporting, support financial accuracy, and work closely with accounting leadership to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

Manage daily accounting transactions across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities. Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Complete account reconciliations and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies efficiently. Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements. Monitor outstanding invoices, vendor balances, and customer accounts to promote accurate cash flow tracking. Support budgeting activities and provide accounting analysis that helps leadership make informed decisions. Partner with the controller and internal stakeholders on assigned accounting projects and operational priorities. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or comparable accounting experience. At least 3 years of experience in a staff accounting or similar accounting role. Working knowledge of full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations. Experience preparing journal entries and supporting period-end close activities. Familiarity with budgeting processes and financial reporting practices. Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities effectively. Experience with Sage 200 is helpful, but not required. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .