Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant Consultant to support core accounting operations for a long-term engagement in Wixom, Michigan. This role will play a key part in managing the monthly close cycle, reviewing financial activity, and helping ensure the accuracy of the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid background in reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement review.

Responsibilities:

• Lead critical accounting activities tied to the monthly close process, with concentrated support during peak close periods.

• Prepare and record journal entries accurately and in a timely manner to maintain reliable financial records.

• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies by researching supporting documentation and account activity.

• Perform bank reconciliations and follow through on outstanding items to ensure account balances are complete and accurate.

• Analyze variances across financial results and investigate unusual fluctuations affecting monthly reporting.

• Review income statement trends and account balances to support accurate financial analysis and reporting.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for close activities and ongoing accounting review.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set:

• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with direct involvement in month-end close activities.

• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting processes.

• Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and completing detailed account reconciliations.

• Background in performing bank reconciliations and researching unreconciled items.

• Ability to conduct variance analysis and interpret income statement activity accurately.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.

• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel for analysis and reporting.