Senior Accountant

CFS

Grand Rapids, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$95,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Business Support, Cash Flow, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Income Statements, Internal Audit, Knowledge Base, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Time Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
1 day ago

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Position Overview

The Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the organization’s financial integrity, reporting accuracy, and strategic decision-making. This role partners closely with leadership to deliver insightful financial analysis, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and continuously improve accounting processes. The Senior Accountant will also provide mentorship to junior staff and play a hands-on role in strengthening the overall accounting function.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare, review, and analyze complex financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements

  • Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and communicate insights to management

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in collaboration with leadership

General Ledger & Close

  • Oversee general ledger activity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance

  • Perform and review complex account reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies

  • Play a lead role in month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met

Leadership & Oversight

  • Mentor and support junior accounting staff, promoting professional development and accountability

  • Review work prepared by others to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to GAAP

  • Partner with the accounting team to maintain efficient workflows and strong internal controls

Compliance & Audit

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and applicable regulatory requirements

  • Lead preparation of audit schedules and serve as a key contact for internal and external auditors

  • Respond to audit inquiries and support resolution of findings

Process Improvement & Systems

  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance controls

  • Support improvements to accounting systems, workflows, and reporting tools

  • Leverage ERP systems and advanced Excel capabilities to optimize reporting and analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with internal stakeholders to provide financial insight and support business initiatives

  • Contribute accounting expertise to cross-functional projects and strategic discussions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level responsibilities

  • CPA strongly preferred

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements

  • Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills

  • Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data

  • High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy

  • Demonstrated ability to mentor others and work collaboratively

  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and process improvement mindset

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MaxSalary: USD95000
MinSalary: USD75000

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/