Meridian Company in East Lansing, MI is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant to round out our Accounting team. This role will encompass a variety of accounting and financial reporting functions, touching all aspects of our business, while providing opportunities for continued growth and skill advancement! You could be the missing piece to keeping our $10M Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical business running smoothly. If you are a motivated individual who strives for detailed, real-time accuracy and enjoys problem solving then this may be the accounting opportunity you've been looking for!

ABOUT THE MERIDIAN COMPANY

The Meridian Company is a family-owned, local business. We offer expert plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and kitchen/bath remodeling services. We take pride and demonstrate technical excellence in everything we do.

When you join The Meridian Company, you become more than an employee - you become part of a team! Our employee retention and longevity speak to that fact. We value our team members.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Controller, the Staff Accountant provides accounting support to the Controller and Owners. This position has oversight responsibilities for an Accounting Assistant, the day-to-day accounting operations, audit preparations and participation, and financial report creation and explanation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify and correct errors.
• Monitor policies and procedures, identify and make recommendations for improvement.
• Support timely monthly, quarterly, half-year and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all accounts.
• Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities and assets.
• Prepare special financial reports as requested and be prepared to fully explain the outcomes.
• Delegate appropriate tasks to other accounting staff to ensure the department is meeting deadlines.
• Prepare the department for audits, participate in the execution of the audit, and report the findings to the Controller, and Owners.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the department ensuring accuracy of all work.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong operating knowledge of recognized accounting procedures
• Ability to prepare, analyze and explain financial statements
• Strong communication skills to effectively make recommendations to the Controller, Owners, and Board Members
• Ability to work cohesively with management, staff, and customers
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task in a timely and efficient manner
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating good judgement, effective use of time and confidentiality
• Must be dependable and punctual in attendance
• Must display a service-oriented attitude

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with at least 3 years of higher-level accounting experience is required.
• Multi-departmental/cost center accounting experience strongly recommended.
• Financial audit experience is a plus!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust and focus.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment.
• Must hear and speak well enough to conduct business over the telephone or face to face for long periods of time in English.

TO APPLY

To express your interest in this position, please submit resume and cover letter for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• East Lansing, MI 48823: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)
• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• Financial report writing: 3 years (Required)
• QuickBooks: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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