Staff Accountant

CFS; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. You will handle journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and support month-end/year-end close and financial reporting.

The role requires a solid accounting foundation, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills to analyze financial data and improve processes within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required or preferred.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Knowledge of GAAP is expected.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Maintain the general ledger and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting workpapers.
• Support year-end tax preparation and compliance activities.
• Research accounting and tax-related issues as needed.
• Assist with annual audits and external reporting requirements.
• Analyze financial data and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Compensation: $60,000–$80,000 (Depending on Experience)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time

About The Role

An organization in the Grand Rapids area is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation and enjoys working with financial reporting, reconciliations, and year-end accounting activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Maintain the general ledger and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting workpapers.
• Support year-end tax preparation and compliance activities.
• Research accounting and tax-related issues as needed.
• Assist with annual audits and external reporting requirements.
• Analyze financial data and recommend process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Gain exposure to a wide range of accounting responsibilities.
• Play an active role in month-end, year-end, and financial reporting processes.
• Work alongside an experienced accounting team in a collaborative environment.
• Put your analytical skills to work while making a meaningful impact on day-to-day operations.