Bookkeeper

UHY-US; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UHY Advisors' Resource Solutions Group is seeking a Bookkeeper in Sterling Heights, MI for an onsite/direct-hire position. The ideal candidate will manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, maintain the general ledger, and perform bank reconciliations with proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, vendor matching, producing monthly financial reports, and supporting month-end close.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks and ERP systems.
• Experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and match to purchase orders and receiving records.
• Verify pricing, quantities, approvals, and documentation before payment.
• Prepare weekly check runs and process electronic payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Post customer payments and maintain AR records.
• Record daily financial transactions and maintain the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with month-end close.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Skills

Accounts Payable & Receivable

General Ledger

Bank Reconciliation

Strong Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A great UHY client is seeking a Bookkeeper. The ideal candidate will have strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience, general ledger and bank reconciliation expertise, and proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.

The Bookkeeper role is an onsite position. This is a direct hire position.

• Process vendor invoices and match invoices to purchase orders and receiving records.
• Verify pricing, quantities, approvals, and supporting documentation before payment.
• Prepare weekly check runs and process electronic payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor files, W-9 documentation, and payment records.
• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Post customer payments, deposits, and maintain accurate Accounts Receivable records.
• Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on overdue customer accounts.
• Resolve customer billing issues and discrepancies through effective communication.
• Contact delinquent customers by phone and email to collect outstanding balances.
• Maintain customer credit files and account records.
• Record daily financial transactions and maintain the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and management summaries.
• Assist with the preparation of Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Reports.
• Maintain accounting records to support audits, tax filings, and external accountants.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations.
• Maintain compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with professionalism.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.

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UHY Advisors' Resource Solutions Group provides clients with accomplished professionals to support finance, accounting, internal audit and tax teams. Whether it is permanent placement, project work, loaned staff support or business process outsourcing-we are ready to meet your needs.

Our team has extensive experience with a wide range of clients from middle market, closely held organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We focus on finance and accounting, internal audit, IT audit and tax. We offer direct, personal involvement from senior practitioners and strive to meet clients' needs rapidly.