Description Robert Half is actively looking for an accomplished Senior Accountant for a long-term contract / temporary to hire opportunity. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, account analysis and reconciliations, financial statement preparation and consolidation, audit preparation, and internal control maintenance and regulatory reporting. This Senior Accountant opportunity is located in the Detroit, Michigan area and will offer a great you a great professional experience along with attractive compensation. The ideal Senior Accountant will be someone seeking to succeed in a challenging environment and who has demonstrated success doing so before. Apply today!How you will make an impact
Carry out monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP
Other projects as required
Build analysis on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks)
Prepare reconciliations of Balance Sheet accounts
Put together monthly consolidated P& L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting
Participate in various initiatives spanning multiple departments
Constantly improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process
Operate with business partners to create compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures and controls and provide support on special requests
Arrange quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors Requirements - Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Demonstrated skills in interacting effectively, both verbally and in writing, with functional managers
Skill with corporate performance management (CPM) and business intelligence systems required
Proficient in ERP systems
Highly capable of analyzing financial data and quickly creating accurate reports
Minimum 5-7 years of overall general accounting experience
Strong analytical capabilities and discernment
BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are highly desired
Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
If you are proficient in financial reporting, you should apply for this position
SEC reporting and SOX compliance is a plus
Month end closings experience
Experience with year end closings
Demonstrated knowledge of Data reporting
Solid understanding of manufacturing
Adeptness in financial analysis
Deep understanding of general ledger
Microsoft Excel experience required
Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
Highly organized, attentive, has a sense of urgency, flexible and able to deal with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
