Staff accountant

CFS; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Benton Harbor, Michigan is seeking a mission-driven Staff Accountant to join our team onsite. This early-career role offers ownership of the full-scale month-end close and opportunities to learn core accounting processes.

You will work with colleagues to prepare financial statements, reconcile accounts, and support daily accounting activities, with a Bachelor’s degree and up to three years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Up to 3 years of accounting experience; internships and relevant academic experience considered.
• Experience or strong understanding of the month-end close process.

Responsibilities

• Own and support the full month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with general ledger accounting and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other day-to-day accounting activities as needed.
• Ensure accounting activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial information and resolve accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and overall efficiency.
• Communicate financial information clearly with both accounting and non-accounting team members.

Education

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

Job description

Staff Accountant

Location: Benton Harbor, Michigan

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Salary: $55,000–$65,000

Position Summary

We are seeking a mission-driven Staff Accountant to join our team in Benton Harbor. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who wants to build a strong foundation while taking ownership of a full-scale month-end close.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, up to three years of accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. This individual should be proactive, collaborative, and motivated by making a meaningful impact through their work.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and support the full month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with general ledger accounting and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other day-to-day accounting activities as needed.
• Ensure accounting activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial information and resolve accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and overall efficiency.
• Communicate financial information clearly with both accounting and non-accounting team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Up to 3 years of accounting experience; internships and relevant academic experience considered.
• Experience or strong understanding of the month-end close process.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and willing to take ownership.
• Mission-driven mindset with a genuine desire to contribute to the organization’s broader purpose and goals.

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers an early-career accountant the opportunity to gain meaningful ownership of the accounting function, develop strong month-end close expertise, and work alongside a collaborative team in a mission-driven organization.

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