Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Jackson, Michigan in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role supports daily accounting operations while also assisting with select HR and administrative processes, making it a strong fit for someone who enjoys variety and can work with accuracy in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities with limited supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and issue customer invoices, record incoming payments, and track open balances to support timely collections.
• Process vendor bills, coordinate payment preparation, and verify that expenses are coded correctly and routed through proper approvals.
• Review employee expense submissions and reconcile company card activity to maintain accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with journal entries, general ledger upkeep, and month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Maintain orderly accounting records and ensure financial files are complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve for reporting purposes.
• Support HR administration by updating employee files, helping with onboarding and offboarding paperwork, and responding to employment verification requests.
• Assist with workers' compensation documentation, follow-up activities, and periodic employee census reporting while safeguarding confidential information.
• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to leadership and contribute to cross-functional operational tasks as business needs evolve.