Accounting Specialist

Utility Supply and Construction Company; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Utility Supply & Construction Company is hiring a full-time Accounting Specialist to join our growing team. The role focuses on mid-level general ledger reconciliations, accurate reporting, and data verification to support senior staff.

You will monitor procedures, ensure compliance with laws, assist in monthly close, and prepare financial reports and commentary. A Bachelor's in accounting or related field and experience with ERP systems and Excel are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is typically required.
• Experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends and variances.

Responsibilities

• Perform mid-level general ledger reconciliations and support monthly close.
• Monitor procedures and suggest improvements for accounting reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial requirements.
• Continue education through webinars, workshops, and networking events.
• Maintain records for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, and assets.
• Prepare special financial reports and commentary for management.

Skills

General ledger reconciliations

Financial reporting

Data verification

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

COINS

P21

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Utility Supply & Construction Company is looking to a hire a full-time Accounting Specialist to join our growing team!

Essential Job Functions:

• Execute mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, accurate reporting, and data verification, enabling senior staff to analyze options and make financial decisions aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor policies and procedures for assigned departments and identify and suggest improvements for accounting reporting and recording procedures.
• Comply with federal, state, and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and maintaining compliance.
• Continue ongoing education by participating in webinars, workshops, and networking events.
• Performs mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify, and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel.
• Support timely monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all operational management accounts.
• Assists in providing schedules and commentary with respects to operating maintenance accounts results and variances, and with the production of working capital, cash-flow reports, as well as applicable commentary.
• Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, and assets.
• Prepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required. Some positions may require additional certifications or coursework in accounting principles.
• Previous experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred, with proficiency in fundamental accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g. COINS, P21, SAP, Oracle), as well as Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, financial calculations, and documentation is crucial.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, variances, and anomalies, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.