Senior Accountant - Growth-Focused GAAP Expert

Brightwing; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Brightwing in Troy, Michigan seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to own day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. You will manage the general ledger, month‑end and year‑end close, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance while supporting leadership with insightful financial analysis.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a hands‑on role within a growing services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software, including QuickBooks.
• Experience managing general ledger functions and month-end/year-end closing processes.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording and reconciliation.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations (banks, cash disbursements, payroll, AR).
• Monitor financial activity, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues.
• Oversee accounts payable invoices and maintain billing information.
• Record customer payments and reconcile banking transactions.
• Provide financial reports and support to leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Independent work

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brightwing in Troy, Michigan seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to own day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. You will manage the general ledger, month‑end and year‑end close, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance while supporting leadership with insightful financial analysis.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a hands‑on role within a growing services