Accounting Systems & Data Analyst

Lee Hecht Harrison

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • $70,000–$85,000 Per Year

Highlights

The successful candidate will work closely with accounting and business teams to analyze financial data, build reporting solutions, improve existing processes, and leverage tools such as Power BI, SQL, and AI-based technologies to enhance accounting operations. They enjoy working with data, building reports, improving workflows, and using tools such as Power BI, SQL, automation, and AI to reduce manual work and improve accuracy.

Numbers & Facts

LocationGrand Rapids, MI
Salary$70,000–$85,000 Per Year

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technology-driven Accounting Systems & Data Analyst to support accounting operations while identifying opportunities to improve and automate financial processes. This position is ideal for someone who combines a strong accounting foundation with advanced analytical skills and enjoys using technology to make workflows faster, more accurate, and more efficient.

The successful candidate will work closely with accounting and business teams to analyze financial data, build reporting solutions, improve existing processes, and leverage tools such as Power BI, SQL, and AI-based technologies to enhance accounting operations.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze accounting and financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement.

  • Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to improve visibility into accounting and financial information.

  • Utilize SQL to extract, organize, validate, and analyze financial data from multiple systems.

  • Evaluate existing accounting workflows and identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and increased efficiency.

  • Explore practical applications of AI and automation tools to streamline repetitive accounting and reporting processes.

  • Partner with accounting teams to improve data accuracy, reporting capabilities, reconciliations, and operational workflows.

  • Assist with financial reporting, data analysis, account reconciliations, and other accounting-related projects.

  • Document processes and help develop scalable workflows and reporting procedures.

  • Troubleshoot reporting and data issues while collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop solutions.

  • Support special projects involving accounting systems, data analytics, process optimization, and technology implementation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.

  • Accounting, financial analysis, or financial systems experience.

  • Experience with Power BI, including dashboard and report development.

  • Working knowledge of SQL and data analysis.

  • Strong Excel skills, including experience working with large data sets.

  • Familiarity with AI, automation, or technology-enabled process improvement.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify inefficiencies within existing processes.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with both accounting and technical stakeholders.

  • Comfortable working in an environment focused on continuous improvement and modernization.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who understands accounting but naturally looks for ways to make processes better. They enjoy working with data, building reports, improving workflows, and using tools such as Power BI, SQL, automation, and AI to reduce manual work and improve accuracy.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Amaka Mozie

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.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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