Senior Accountant - Kalamazoo Area

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead accounting operations for a portfolio of clients, focusing on managerial accounting and compliance. The ideal candidate will manage deadlines, improve processes, and deliver accurate financial reports in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Accounting and 5+ years of accounting experience, with CPA preferred. Travel is possible for client sites, and the role is full-time and non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, including forecasting and budgeting.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a variety of accounting operations for client organizations.
• Ensure financial compliance and accurate reporting across clients.
• Operate in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and client needs.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication & customer service

Software & systems navigation

Accounting excellence

Client-oriented drive

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Job description

Nienhuis Financial Group is a rapidly growing accounting firm committed to delivering excellence in fractional and managerial accounting services. Our client base includes small businesses with revenues of $1 M to $75M, including manufacturing, service, and non-profit. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to serve a key role with our clients overseeing various aspects of accounting operations and ensuring financial compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managerial accounting and a proven record of anticipating needs, problem solving, hitting deadlines and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Successful candidates will have:

• Exceptional project management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proven communication skills and a customer service mindset
• Ability to navigate numerous softwares and systems with minimal instructions
• Foundation of accounting excellence
• Drive to achieve goals for clients, NFG and personal fulfillment

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, including
  • forecasting and budgeting
  • developing finance procedures
  • oversight and review of month- and year-end close
  • managing a business's accounting records to ensure that everything is completed accurately and on time

Certificates, licenses, registrations: CPA preferred

Job Type: Full-time; hourly, non-exempt

Travel: Potential for day travel to client locations