Staff Accountant

Rehmann; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Health benefits

Diversity initiatives

Job summary

Rehmann in Michigan seeks an Accountant to join the Client Accounting and Advisory Services team. You will reconcile client bank statements, prepare journal entries, and update depreciation schedules while assisting with payroll and cash transactions.

You will maintain client accounting files, support a collaborative team culture, and seek opportunities to expand services with existing clients. A Bachelor's in accounting is required, with CPA path or 2–5 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field completed or in progress.
• Progress towards CPA or commitment to 2–5 years in described duties.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel and accounting software.
• Strong client service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling client bank statements.
• Preparing journal entries.
• Updating depreciation and amortization schedules.
• Preparing financial statements.
• Assisting with transactional accounting including payroll, cash receipts, and cash disbursements.
• Maintaining clients' accounting software and files.
• Building relationships to foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Identifying opportunities to introduce other Rehmann specialists to clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Time management

Integrity

Lifelong learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Payroll software

Excel

Job description

Your Passion. Your Purpose. If you’re here, you’re looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm’s success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership. No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you’re in the early stages of your professional journey or you’re further down your path, we’re focused on helping you achieve your goals – whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose. To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/

Job Description:

We are seeking talented Accountant to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services team.

How You Will Make an Impact at Rehmann:

• Reconciling client bank account statements
• Preparing journal entries
• Updating depreciation and amortization schedules
• Preparing financial statements
• Assisting with transactional accounting - payroll, cash receipts, cash disbursements
• Maintaining clients' accounting software and files
• Building relationships internally to foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration
• Providing a “wow” experience to every client
• Contributing to the success of our clients’ organizations
• Identifying opportunities to introduce other Rehmann specialists to existing clients

Your Desired Skills, Values & Experiences:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Progress towards the CPA exam or a commitment to pursue 2-5 years in handling the accounting duties described above
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Proficiency with accounting specific software programs, including Quickbooks Online or other accounting, bill pay and payroll software
• Ability to read a financial statement and identify issues to discuss with a client
• Outstanding client service and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Desire to develop unique business solutions in a team-based environment
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Unwavering integrity in all situations
• High degree of attention to detail

We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more. When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping Empower Your Purpose, whatever it may be.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Rehmann is a professional advisory firm that provides accounting and assurance, business solutions and outsourcing, specialized consulting, and wealth management services. For over 80 years, Rehmann has provided forward-thinking solutions to our clients nationwide. With over 1,000 associates in Michigan, Ohio, and Florida, we are the momentum behind what’s possible. We focus on the business of business – allowing companies and individuals to focus on what makes them extraordinary. We help you look to the future with confidence, thanks to our unrivaled expertise and integrity. Through our partnerships with our clients and communities, we drive impact that empowers our world. Find us online at rehmann.com