Accountant

Vaco
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 / yr
United States, Michigan, Farmington
Jan 23, 2025
Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization. Key Responsibilities Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and perform variance analysis. Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and intercompany transactions. Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Prepare and file tax documents, including sales and use tax returns. Support internal and external audit processes by preparing necessary documentation. Assist with the implementation and improvement of accounting systems and procedures. Ensure compliance with GAAP and other relevant regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred. 2-5 years of experience in accounting or a related role. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and MS Excel. Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development opportunities. Flexible work arrangements. A supportive and inclusive work environment. Opportunities to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization. Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.