Description Robert Half's trusted client is seeking a Senior Accountant Consultant for a long-term engagement. This hybrid role located in Ann Arbor, Michigan and will report directly to the Controller. The role involves a range of accounting responsibilities, including managing sales revenue, fixed assets, accruals, and accounts payable. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the month and year-end close process and will also assist with internal and external reporting and audit requests.The day-to-day responsibilities include: Manage and oversee sales revenue, cash, prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, accounts payable, leases, investments, and stock compensation. Support the month and year-end close process, including the preparation of workpapers, analysis, account reconciliations, and journal entries. Respond to internal or external reporting/ad-hoc requests as needed. Assist with audit requests, including internal SOX compliance, external, and 401K. Adhere to the goals and policies outlined in the company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. Foster an honest and respectful work environment. Strive to make the company a great place to work, respected for the quality of its people and products. Serve as a role model for fellow employees and business partners by acting responsibly, fairly, and honestly in dealings and exercising sound judgment in performing job duties. Apply strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills in day-to-day tasks. Effectively multi-task and meet a constant stream of deadlines. Communicate clearly and concisely, and work both independently and collaboratively with external and internal peers.Requirements The ideal candidate will have the following skills set: Must hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior accounting role. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary. Demonstrated skills in Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, and Bank Reconciliations. Must have experience with General Ledger and Journal Entries. Previous experience in performing Month End Close tasks is required. The candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is crucial. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work is expected. Must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Knowledge of Hi-Tech Engineering industry is a plus. Professional certification such as CPA is highly desirable.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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 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) .
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