Accountant

CFS; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring an Accountant for a hybrid role after an initial training period onsite. You will manage general accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and AP/AR in a collaborative, low-friction environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in accounting, strong accrual knowledge, experience with bank and credit card reconciliations, and proficiency in NetSuite and Excel. A Bachelor’s in Accounting is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of general accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accrual-based accounting.
• Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations, AP, and AR.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting / Reconciliations: monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts; enter and reconcile transactions in NetSuite; reconcile corporate credit card statements.
• Accounts Receivable: enter/payments from various platforms; record credit card payments and intercompany transactions; ensure timely posting.
• Accounts Payable: scan/enter bills for non-inventory vendors; enter credit memos; run open bills reports; assist with checks and electronic payments.
• Additional: support cleanup and accuracy of financial data; assist with ad hoc accounting projects and improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Accrual accounting

Bank reconciliations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Accountant
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Hybrid after training – minimum 2 days onsite)
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Our client is a long-standing company in business for over 40 years. This is a small, quiet, and collaborative environment with a close-knit team. The culture is relaxed and low-key—business casual attire (jeans welcome), and even dogs in the office. Most operations are handled online, so this is a non-customer-facing role with minimal interruptions.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting / Reconciliations

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Enter and reconcile miscellaneous transactions in NetSuite, including transfers, fees, and other activity
• Reconcile corporate credit card statements and ensure proper coding

Accounts Receivable

• Enter and apply payments from various platforms
• Record credit card payments and intercompany transactions
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of all incoming payments

Accounts Payable

• Scan, upload, and enter bills for non-inventory vendors
• Enter credit memos and apply to appropriate invoices
• Run and review open bills reports, ensuring accuracy of due dates
• Assist with payment processing, including checks and electronic payments

Additional

• Support ongoing cleanup, organization, and accuracy of financial data
• Assist with ad hoc accounting projects and process improvements

Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years of general accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accrual-based accounting
• Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations, AP, and AR
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred

• Experience with NetSuite (strongly preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Advanced Excel skills