Senior Accountant

Beacon Specialized Living • Kalamazoo, MI

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for learning and becoming proficient with IT systems used by Beacon Specialized Living Services (BSLS), including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive), and any future deployed or changed systems. This role requires strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations (GAAP), and experience with accounting software and ERP systems is preferred. The position involves excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Leadership and mentoring abilities are also valued, along with a high level of integrity and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience as a Staff Accountant or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to lift files, open drawers and bend or stand as necessary.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience and proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems preferred.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Desire to foster a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Commitment to upholding confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Learning and becoming proficient with IT systems including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive), and others that BSLS may deploy or change in the future.
• Applying strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations (GAAP).
• Utilizing accounting software and ERP systems.
• Interpreting complex financial data.
• Ensuring exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Collaborating cross-functionally and presenting financial information to stakeholders.
• Prioritizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment through leadership and mentoring.
• Upholding confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of work.

What This Job Offers

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