Bookkeeping/Accountant

Troy, MI

This organization is is seeking an exceptional Bookkeeper/Accountant who will be responsible for maintaining the accounting books for leadership team’s multiple endeavors. The Bookkeeper/Accountant ensures vendor payments are made in a timely manner, maintains the integrity and accuracy of financial reports through oversight of expense entries and acts as the financial liaison between various companies. Additionally, this role will have a focus on Office Managerial duties as well. This position requires an individual who is both a team player and who can work independently within their scope of responsibilities, anticipate problems, and use sound judgement to act appropriately. This is a high-volume position that requires attention to detail, initiative and consistent accuracy. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task are essential.

Challenges You will Tackle:

Respond to gather data to commonly owned entities
Monthly banking reconciliations
Drive continuous improvements in the company’s accounting processes
Assist with month-end and year-end close process
Manage office General and Administrative budget, ensure accurate and timely reporting
Organize office operations and procedures (Office managerial duties)
Performing other relevant duties when needed

Education and Experience:

5-7 years of relevant experience required (accounting or finance degree)
Experience with QuickBooks
CPA Certified
Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards and regulations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), and ability to learn required business systems.
Experience in a hyper-growth/start-up organization
Proven ability to relay complicated information in a simple manner
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Strong initiative and positive attitude (proactive, collaborative, service-minded)
Strong problem solving and analytical skills that will help to quickly identify business challenges and clearly articulate creative, practical solutions

This organization is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law