Accounting Specialist: Drive Financial Insights & Process Excellence

Freudenberg; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities in Plymouth, Michigan. You will prepare journal entries, maintain reconciliations, and produce accurate financial reports while upholding internal controls and accounting standards.

You will partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to analyze data, identify risks and opportunities, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Demonstrated track record of improving processes or achieving results through accounting activities.
• Learning agility with increasing responsibility through projects or cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems, accounting software, Excel, and basic financial reporting principles.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to relocate domestically and internationally for career development.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities with accurate reporting and controls.
• Analyze financial data and business trends to identify risks and opportunities for decision-making.
• Partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Own accounting projects, process improvements, and system enhancements for efficiency.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports with quality and accountability.
• Participate in audits, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Expand financial and business knowledge through complex assignments and stakeholder exposure.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Freudenberg Group is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities in Plymouth, Michigan. You will prepare journal entries, maintain reconciliations, and produce accurate financial reports while upholding internal controls and accounting standards.

You will partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to analyze data, identify risks and opportunities, and drive process improvements.