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Robert Half Sr. Accountant in OAK PARK, Michigan
Description
Robert Half currently has a permanent position open for an experienced Senior Accountant with drive and know-how to join a rapidly-growing team in the OAK PARK, Michigan area. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. In addition to a strong compensation and benefits package, this position offers a great long-term potential. We are currently looking for an individual who possess excellent analytical skills and thrives working in a challenging and fast-paced environment while contributing to company growth.
How you will make an impact
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
Dedication to continuously improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process
Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations
Coordinate Ad-hoc projects as necessary
Prepare monthly consolidated P& L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting
Assist in coordinating quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors
Execute monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP
Work with business partners to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures and controls and provide support on special requests
Provide analysis on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks)
If interested in this position, please call or text John Grabowski directly at 313-717-1187. Thank you!
Requirements - Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
Experience in SOX control execution/documentation
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are preferred
3-5 years of overall general accounting experience, ideally with Big 4 experience
Ability to meet deadlines
Accounting experience in publicly-traded company a plus
Corporate performance management (CPM) and business intelligence systems experience a plus
Current and relevant ERP system experience
Command of AIA Documents
Prior experience with Accounts Receivable (AR)
Adeptness in Construction Industry Experience
General familiarity with Sage Accounting Software
Proficiency in Monthly Close Processes
Experience with project accounting
Good understanding of Accounting Systems
Corporate Accounting experience highly valued
Foundational knowledge in Construction Accounting
Sage Software experience highly preferred
Background working with Sage Timberline
Earlier work involving Sage Timberline Software
AIA Billing experience desired
Construction Industry experience highly desired
Practical knowledge of Sage Pro
Knowledge of Monthly Close
Demonstrated knowledge of Sage 300
Perform Month-end experience preferred
General familiarity with month end closings
Foundational knowledge in Month-end Close Activities
Previous experience working with Computerized Accounting System
Hands-on experience with Accounts Payable (AP)
Adeptness in Month-end Journal Entries
Monthly Financial Close experience desired
Month-end Financial experience highly desired
Proficiency in construction
Demonstrated knowledge of Month-end Reports
Comprehension of Ledger Accounting
Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and listening)
Engages effectively in self-directed time management and prioritization of workload
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