Staff Accountant

KENT POWER INC•Rockford, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kent Power is seeking a data-minded, technology-forward Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting needs of its growing, multi-state organization and help improve how financial information is captured, analyzed, and used. The role covers core accounting activities, including accounts payable and receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, close support, and financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will also identify inefficient or repetitive work and use technology and automation to help advance the accounting function as the organization grows.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
A strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial data.
Strong Excel skills.
A technology-forward mindset and ability to learn new systems and identify better ways to use existing systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail while maintaining awareness of broader business impact.
Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced, growing organization.
Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with accounting and operational teams.

Nice To Haves

One to three years or more of accounting experience is preferred.
Interest in expanding capabilities with reporting, automation, and data-visualization tools.

Responsibilities

Support accounts payable across multiple companies, including invoice entry, vendor setup, and vendor payments.
Support multi-company accounts receivable and payable processes, including customer invoicing.
Prepare and post accurate, timely journal entries.
Complete bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.
Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and coordinate resolutions.
Support month-end and year-end close activities.
Assist with internal and external audit requests.
Maintain accurate financial records and provide responsive support to internal and external partners.
Evaluate recurring accounting activities and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
Help automate manual and repetitive processes using available accounting, reporting, and workflow technology.
Use data to recognize trends, validate results, and support stronger financial decision-making.
Help strengthen documentation, controls, reporting tools, and standardized accounting procedures.
Partner with departments across the organization to improve the quality and flow of financial information.