Senior Accountant

L.E. Jones Company; Menominee (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

L.E. Jones Company is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage key accounting and payroll functions, including general ledger, payroll, AP/AR, financial reporting, and reconciliations.

The role collaborates with Finance, HR, Purchasing and other departments to ensure accurate financial data, timely month-end close, and strong internal controls. A bachelor's degree and 4–6 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting, payroll, or related financial experience.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Syteline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing and reporting for multiple employees and unions.
• General ledger maintenance, journal entries, and month-end close.
• Accounts payable/receivable processing and vendor management.
• Assist with audits, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Skills

Excel (Advanced)

Payroll processing

General ledger

ERP systems

Education

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

Tools

Syteline

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and coordinating key accounting and payroll functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Department: Finance

Reports To: Accounting Manager

Cert #: __________

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and coordinating key accounting and payroll functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis.

This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial and payroll information, supports monthly and annual closing activities, maintains effective internal controls, and identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting.

The Senior Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager, Finance, Human Resources, Purchasing, and other departments to support business operations and provide backup coverage for critical financial functions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Payroll & Payroll Analysis
• Process weekly payroll for approximately 400 employees, including union and non-union employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Review payroll information, process employee deductions, and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger, HRIS, and related financial records.
• Analyze payroll costs, overtime, hours worked, and other workforce information.
• Develop and maintain payroll reports and provide payroll support to employees, Human Resources, and management.
• Support annual financial and 401(k) audits.
• General Ledger & Financial Reporting
• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries, adjustments, and supporting documentation.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies and unusual transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including applicable departmental postings and closings.
• Prepare financial statements, period-end reports, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial results and variances and provide explanations and supporting information.
• Develop and maintain financial and management reports to support business decisions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
• Process and manage assigned accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare vouchers, checks, electronic payments, wire transfers, and related documentation.
• Maintain vendor records and supporting financial files.
• Review and process employee expense reports, company credit cards, petty cash, and Use Tax.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and monitor outstanding receivables.
• Fixed Assets, Audits & Internal Controls
• Maintain fixed asset records and process asset additions, disposals, and adjustments.
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with annual financial and 401(k) audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Monitor accounting activities for accuracy and compliance with established internal controls.
• Purchasing & Operational Support
• Provide backup support to Purchasing as needed.
• Prepare and maintain purchase orders and receiving records.
• Review receiving documentation against purchase orders and invoices.
• Process corrections and investigate purchasing, receiving, and vendor discrepancies.
• Provide purchasing-related reporting and analysis as requested.
• Professional Development & Succession Planning
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's accounting, payroll, financial reporting, systems, and business operations.
• Work closely with the Accounting Manager to gain exposure to broader financial and departmental responsibilities.
• Serve as a backup resource for critical Finance functions and participate in knowledge transfer.
• Progressively assume additional responsibilities as experience and business needs warrant.
• Participate in financial projects, process improvements, and system enhancements.
• Develop the technical knowledge, leadership skills, and business understanding necessary to support Finance department continuity and potential future advancement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting, payroll, or related financial experience.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, and month‑end closing.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Syteline experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and employee information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Paycor, Syteline and Shop-trak.
• Experience processing union and non-union payroll.
• Working knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations and applicable employment laws.
• Experience with financial reporting, payroll analytics, and internal controls.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• General ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Payroll administration and analysis.
• Month-end and year-end closing.
• Account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Internal controls, compliance, and audit support.
• Advanced Excel and ERP systems.
• Problem-solving and independent decision-making.
• Confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to develop broad knowledge of company operations and financial practices.