Staff Accountant

LHH; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parking

Healthcare Benefits

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a client in Detroit, MI to hire a Staff Accountant for a hybrid, contract-to-hire role. The position offers an hourly rate of $34–$39 and paid parking in Detroit, with opportunity to move to permanent employment.

The ideal candidate has solid general accounting experience, familiarity with month-end close, reconciliations, and journal entries, plus strong Excel skills and attention to detail. You’ll join a fast-paced accounting team.

Qualifications

• Previous Staff Accountant or general accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts
• Complete balance sheet and bank account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Research and resolve account discrepancies
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed
• Assist with audit requests and financial reporting
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
• Collaborate with accounting and finance team members on special projects and reporting needs

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

General ledger software

ERP software

Job description

Staff Accountant | Hybrid | Contract-to-Hire

Location: Detroit, MI

Compensation: $34–$39/hour

Schedule: Hybrid

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Perk: Paid Parking

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a client in Detroit, MI in their search for an experienced Staff Accountant. This is a hybrid, contract-to-hire opportunity offering a competitive hourly rate and paid parking.

We are seeking an accounting professional with strong attention to detail, solid general accounting experience, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced accounting and finance team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts
• Complete balance sheet and bank account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Research and resolve account discrepancies
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed
• Assist with audit requests and financial reporting
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
• Collaborate with accounting and finance team members on special projects and reporting needs

Qualifications

• Previous Staff Accountant or general accounting experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, but not required
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $34–$39/hour
• Hybrid work schedule
• Contract-to-hire opportunity
• Paid parking in Detroit
• Healthcare Benefits provided by LHH if desired
• Opportunity to join an established accounting team and potentially transition into a permanent position

If you are a Staff Accountant looking for your next opportunity in the Detroit area, we would love to connect with you!

Pay Details: $34.00 to $39.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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