Accounting Manager

StaffBright; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Clear upward mobility

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Southfield is seeking a Mid-Senior level Accounting Professional to oversee corporate accounting policies and manage a team. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 4–5 years of relevant experience, particularly in the manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will have strong AP/AR skills and financial reporting experience. The company provides numerous growth opportunities, including clear upward mobility and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards including US GAAP.
• Experience in financial oversight and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing corporate accounting policies.
• Analyze accounting issues and transactions.
• Manage a team and oversee compliance.

Skills

Accounting principles understanding

AP/AR experience

Financial reporting

Reconciliation skills

Experience with manufacturing clients

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

We’re seeking passionate individuals who crave innovation and success. Join us as we embark on a dynamic adventure!

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting in the development and maintenance of corporate accounting policies and procedures
• Maintaining oversight of business unit compliance with corporate accounting policies and initiatives
• Analyzing accounting issues and transactions, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, and business combinations, and determining appropriate accounting treatment
• Supporting the financial reporting process by preparing and reviewing financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures
• Providing technical accounting guidance for significant transactions such as business combinations, debt refinancing, and equity-based compensation
• Assisting in the design, implementation, and testing of internal controls, including oversight of the internal audit function
• Supporting external auditors by providing documentation, explanations, and analysis
• Reviewing business unit reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Performing various other assigned accounting and finance tasks as needed
• Managing a team with 2 direct reports (Senior Accountant and AP/AR Supervisor) and 4 indirect reports

What We Need From You

To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following experience and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required; candidates without this degree will not be considered)
• 4–5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (US GAAP, IFRS, etc.)
• Strong experience in AP/AR, reporting, balance sheet oversight, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Experience working with manufacturing/automotive clients (required; backgrounds in real estate, non-profit, or government are not a fit)

Preferred Experience and Skills

• CPA certification (highly preferred)
• Public accounting experience or a background coming from public (preferred but not required)

The Perks

• Significant opportunities for career growth due to ongoing company acquisitions and expansion
• Clear upward mobility demonstrated by leadership team career progression

StaffBright – Who We Are

StaffBright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry‑leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At StaffBright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long‑term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)