Associate Accounting Analyst

Byrne; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Byrne Electrical Specialists is seeking an Associate Accounting Analyst to manage daily accounting activities within the Finance Department. The role focuses on general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance, with involvement in budgeting, forecasting, and analytics to drive data-informed decisions.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of accounting experience, exposure to ERP systems, strong Excel skills, and a proactive mindset to leverage

Qualifications

• 2-4 year college degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1-3 years accounting experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with ERP implementations or testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries and month-end close support.
• Generate financial statements and variance analysis for reports.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve variances.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and cross-functional financial analysis.
• Support cash management, compliance with GAAP, and audit inquiries.

Skills

Accounting experience

CPA preferred

ERP systems

Excel skills

Power BI

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Summary

The Associate Accounting Analyst is responsible for the generation, support, and maintenance of daily accounting and financial activities within the Finance Department. Core responsibilities include general ledger management, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP standards. This role also contributes to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, offering exposure across multiple areas of finance. The position requires a proactive professional with a growth mindset—someone who embraces technology and leverages financial tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and data-driven insights across the organization.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Job Requirements

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries; maintain supporting documentation in accordance with month-end close procedures.
• Generate and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports including detailed variance reporting.
• Perform account reconciliations and promptly resolve variances.
• Support and enhance budgeting and forecasting processes through data analysis and collaboration with cross functional departments.
• Reconcile cash accounts daily and monitor cash flow activity to support liquidity management and financial planning.
• Assist in preparing audit schedules and responding to internal and external audit inquiries
• Maintain and continuously improve accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation (SOPs).
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to policy.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience Required

• 1-3 years of accounting and finance experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Exposure to ERP and accounting systems. Byrne will implement a new ERP in 2026, giving this role the opportunity to support testing and process improvements that enhance automation and reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables).
• Experience with Power BI, automation, or AI-driven data analytics is preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and commitment to continuous improvement leveraging technology.

Education Requirements

2-4 year college degree in Accounting or Finance

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee may be regularly required to talk or listen, stand, walk, sit, stoop, crawl and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations. Prolonged sitting, typing and lifting up to 20 pounds.

BYRNE ELECTRICAL SPECIALISTS is an equal opportunity employer.