Staff Accountant

CFS; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule after training

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative, team-oriented culture

Exposure to entertainment technology

Job summary

CFS in Grand Rapids is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. You will support bank reconciliations, royalty accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger activities using NetSuite and advanced Excel.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and GAAP knowledge. This onsite/hybrid role offers competitive compensation, a hybrid schedule after training, and clear paths for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• NetSuite experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS).
• Experience preparing bank and GL reconciliations.
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Manage royalty payment process and maintain documentation.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation calculations.
• Prepare and post journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research variances.
• Assist in financial statements, management reports, and analyses.
• Use advanced Excel to analyze data and improve reporting.
• Maintain data integrity in NetSuite and extract data with Access/SQL.
• Support audits with schedules and documentation.
• Identify process improvements and strengthen controls.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Access

SQL queries

Job description

Position: Staff Accountant

Location: Grand Rapids | onsite/hybrid

Salary: $60,000-$75,000

We've partnered with an established leader in the entertainment technology industry that's continuing to grow and innovate and they're looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team. Their team combines the stability and resources of a successful organization with the energy, collaboration, and forward-thinking mindset of a technology-driven company.

In addition to meaningful work and a great team environment, they offer:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid work schedule after training
• Strong work-life balance with predictable hours
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Exposure to a dynamic and evolving business within the entertainment technology space
• Very low turnover

They are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role will support a variety of accounting and financial reporting functions, including bank reconciliations, royalty accounting, fixed asset management, account analysis, and general ledger activities.

The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and comfortable working with large datasets. Success in this role requires strong Excel skills, experience with NetSuite, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Manage the royalty payment process, including calculating payments, validating data, preparing payment schedules, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation calculations, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research outstanding variances.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and account analyses.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions to analyze data, improve reporting, and support financial decision-making.
• Maintain accurate accounting records within NetSuite and ensure data integrity.
• Use Microsoft Access and other reporting tools to extract, organize, and analyze financial information.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Assist with special projects and additional accounting responsibilities as needed.

Staff Accountant Education And Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous NetSuite experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and data analysis functions.
• Experience preparing bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of fixed asset accounting and depreciation.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Access, SQL queries, and data extraction is a plus
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.