Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join the team in Madison Heights, Michigan on a Contract to permanent basis. This opportunity begins with a short on-site training period at a manufacturing facility before transitioning into the corporate office, where you will take ownership of core accounting activities and support a broader finance function. The role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and contribute effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing for the assigned manufacturing operation.
• Administer the transfer of operational and financial data between business systems, resolving issues that could affect reporting accuracy or completeness.
• Prepare general ledger activity for period-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules for management review.
• Partner with payroll and human resources contacts to maintain accurate accounting treatment for payroll-related transactions and interfaces.
• Manage remote accounting support for plant operations, maintaining reliable AP, AR, and GL processes through established financial systems.
• Assist with system-related accounting initiatives, including process documentation, testing support, and coordination tied to an ERP transition.
• Record corporate-level accounting entries, allocations, and month-end adjustments to support consolidated financial reporting.
• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies for assigned entities while contributing to an accurate and timely close cycle.
• Handle accounting responsibilities across multiple entities or locations, including recurring translation or intercompany-related entries as needed. Requirements
• 7+ years of accounting experience, including work at the Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager level.
• Proven ability to manage the full close process across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions with limited supervision.
• Strong background in month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
• Experience using mid-market ERP systems such as Sage 100, Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar platforms.
• Required to travel to Pennsylvania for an initial three-week on-site knowledge transfer period, home on weekends.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, industrial, or other operationally complex business environments.
• Background supporting multi-entity or multi-site accounting operations.
• Ability to document workflows and contribute to process improvements during accounting or system changes.

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