Accountant

Martinrea International; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Auburn Hills is looking for an Accountant to join their Accounting team. In this role, you'll prepare journal entries, ensure adequate internal controls, and assist in month-end reporting. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is required, alongside strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office. Experience with accounting platforms is preferred. This position represents a great opportunity to enhance your accounting expertise in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator in English, both written and oral.
• Highly competent in the use of MS Office applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of journal entries.
• Review monthly financial information for reasonability.
• Preparation of account reconciliations and investigate variances.

Skills

Effective communication

MS Office Suite

Critical thinking

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

Tools

Quickbooks

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

CMS/Epicor

OneStream

Job description

Overview

As a key member of the Accounting team, this position will be responsible for preparing journal entries and have an integral role in month-end reporting. The Accountant will also be responsible for ensuring adequate internal controls, including end-user computer applications controls, are designed and effectively implemented. The Accountant will also assist in the preparation of account reconciliations, updating workpapers, and compiling ad hoc audit requests.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
• Strong communicator in the English language, both written and oral
• Highly competent in the use of the MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio)
• Experience with data analysis tools is an asset
• Self-confidence, critical thinking, ability to influence, ability to work independently and willingness to work extended hours (if necessary)
• High level of time management and organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior accounting internship or position within the accounting field
• Experience with accounting platforms such as Quickbooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, CMS/Epicor or OneStream
• Understanding of internal control concepts
• Progress towards CPA or equivalent qualification

Responsibilities

• Preparation of journal entries
• Understanding of the basic financial statements (balance sheet, P&L, and trial balance)
• Understanding of design and operation of internal controls
• Review monthly financial information to ensure reasonability
• Preparation of account reconciliations and ability to investigate variances in timely manner
• Takes ownership of workpapers and looks to improve/update workflows to maximize efficiency
• Plan, coordinate and execute various ad hoc queries and reports used by all management levels in development of key strategy and operational decision making