Accounting Analyst

John Grace; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Benefits Package- Medical, Dental, Vis

401k + Company match after one year

Monthly cell phone reimbursement

Life Insurance

EAP Counseling/Support

Paid holidays

Job summary

John Grace Restoration and Construction is seeking an Accounting Analyst to own daily accounting tasks, oversee AP/AR and month-end reconciliation, and drive accurate financial data in project management tools.

Ideal candidates bring 2-3 years in accounting/finance, familiarity with QuickBooks Online, and strong time-management skills. You will support vendor documentation, communicate with subcontractors, and help maintain audit readiness in a fast-paced West Michigan environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounting/finance experience in a verifiable role.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, preferred.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures.
• Ability to work in a high stress environment and adapt to daily changes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle general day-to-day accounting practices.
• Oversee all accounts payable/receivable and month-end reconciliation.
• Make collection calls regarding overdue payments and secure timely payment.
• Ensure data accuracy in financial and project management systems.
• Deposit checks and record transactions in the project management system.
• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices for payment and ensure timely payments.
• Assist in data collection and tracking for ad hoc reporting.
• Support vendor documentation including insurance certificates; ensure audit readiness.
• Communicate effectively with subcontractors/vendors.
• Maintain confidentiality of company and employee financials.

Skills

Accounting experience

Communication

Time management

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Stress tolerance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Why John Grace?

For the last 10+ years, John Grace Restoration and Construction has been West Michigan’s choice for emergency services and restoration repairs following property damage. We are here to help homeowners recover from storm, mold, fire/smoke, water, and flooding damage. Our staff are experts in the insurance claim process. We work in the customers best interest and guide them through the claim process. John Grace staff are highly trained in mitigating loss, scoping/estimating repairs, and ensuring timely and high-quality repair work. While our culture is genuine, fun and passionate, we take our role very seriously because we know how devastating the loss can be to clients. John Grace’s success is the combined efforts of all our employees, and we strive to provide great opportunities for our team to learn and grow.

Purpose of the Accounting Analyst Role

As the Accounting Analyst you are taking ownership of the general day to day accounting practices. You will help ensure accuracy of financials and provide support to various financial projects.

We are looking for someone who

• Has 2-3 years of on-job experience in a verifiable accounting/finance role.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, preferred
• Has knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures.
• Can function in a high stress environment that can change daily.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal (phone) and written (email).
• Has excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Is self-motivated and able to work independently.

Key responsibilities and duties

• Responsible for the general day-to-day accounting practices.
• Oversee all accounts payable/receivable and month end reconciliation process.
• Make collection calls to customers regarding overdue payments and follow up to secure timely payment.
• Accuracy of data in financial system and project management software.
• Deposit checks and record transactions in project management system.
• Process vendor and subcontractors’ invoices and/or bills for payment; ensure payments are made timely.
• Assist in data collection and tracking as requested as part of company ad hoc reporting needs.
• Support completion of vendor credit applications required vendor and subcontractor documentation including but not limited to; Liability Insurance Certificates and Workers Compensation Certificates. Ensure audit readiness for yearly liability audit.
  
• Communicate effectively and support sub-contractors/vendors.
  
• Maintain confidentiality of company and employee financials.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Benefits Package- Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k + Company match after one year of employment
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• EAP Counseling/Support
  
• Paid holidays