Senior Accountant
Creative Financial Staffing
Muskegon, MI · Posted November 5, 2026
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About the job
Senior Accountant
Location: Muskegon, MI Compensation: $75,000 – $85,000 Schedule: M-F, Full Time
Our client is a large, stable organization that provides essential services across a wide range of operational departments. They offer a collaborative work environment that values accountability, flexibility, and continuous improvement. Employees have the opportunity to work closely with leadership, support critical operations, and contribute to process enhancements that drive organizational success.
Responsibilities
Manage enterprise fund accounting activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial record maintenance.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
Support accounts receivable functions, including billing, cash receipts, collections, and revenue monitoring.
Assist with the preparation, analysis, and administration of annual budgets and forecasts.
Monitor departmental financial performance and provide variance analysis and recommendations.
Partner with department leaders to support budgeting and financial decision-making.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Assist with regulatory reporting requirements and audit preparation.
Support external auditors by providing requested documentation and financial analysis.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
Assist with financial system enhancements and month-end/year-end close activities.
Provide clear financial guidance to non-financial stakeholders across the organization.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of four years of accounting, finance, or auditing experience.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and general accounting practices.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, HLOOKUPs, SUMIFS, and data analysis.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred
Government, municipal, or public-sector accounting experience.
Enterprise fund accounting experience.
Experience with BS&A or similar accounting software.
CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification.
Experience supporting financial audits and regulatory reporting.
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