Financial Accountant

Ecowize • Whitmore Lake, MI

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Financial Accountant, you will support the daily financial operations of the organization by maintaining general ledger integrity, leading essential month-end close processes, and administering payroll and expense management workflows. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, you will serve as a foundational pillar of our finance team — ensuring accurate reporting, enforcing internal controls, and optimizing financial efficiency. This role balances hands-on accounting tasks with strategic process improvements. From multi-account reconciliations and fixed asset schedules to payroll support and audit readiness, you will play a vital, high-visibility role in ensuring our financial data is precise, timely, and actionable across all operating regions.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of progressive general ledger accounting experience, preferably within a service industry or multi-site environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, with a strong, practical understanding of GAAP standards.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP’s, pivot tables) and enterprise ERP systems.
• Proven experience in account reconciliations, month-end close procedures, fixed asset management, payroll support, and corporate credit card administration.
• Familiarity with internal control principles, tax filings, and continuous process improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative, customer-service-oriented approach to internal stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with systems like QuickBooks Online, Rippling, or ADP/Paychex is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records by performing general ledger reconciliations, recording prepaids, accruals, and fixed asset depreciation schedules, and executing month-end and year-end close activities.
• Analyze general ledger account variances, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with team members to safeguard data integrity and support accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with payroll processing, payroll journal entries, and tax reconciliations; manage corporate credit cards, monitor policy compliance, and facilitate employee expense reimbursements.
• Support accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions, prepare timely sales tax filings, and maintain compliance across operational regions.
• Assist with internal and external audits, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and the ongoing improvement and documentation of internal control systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, and site leadership to resolve financial queries, streamline reporting, and drive continuous accounting process improvements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off & holiday pay
• Professional development, mentorship, and career advancement pathways within the finance organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level