Job Description

Axios Professional Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to join our client's manufacturing finance team. This role will play a key part in month-end close, financial reporting, and supporting cost accounting and operational analysis within a high-volume production environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, experience in manufacturing, and the ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and leadership.

Responsibilities:

Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Prepare and review balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies. Support cost accounting functions, including inventory, standard costing, variances, and bill of materials accuracy. Analyze manufacturing variances and partner with operations to explain financial impacts. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports with actionable insights. Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal control procedures. Support external audits and provide required schedules and documentation. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls. Provide guidance and informal mentorship to junior accounting staff as needed. Utilize ERP systems (such as E2 or similar manufacturing ERP) and Excel to drive accurate and timely reporting.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing. Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger, and month-end close processes. Experience with cost accounting, inventory, and manufacturing variances strongly preferred. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling). ERP experience required; manufacturing ERP strongly preferred. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations and leadership.

Axios Professional Recruitment is an entirely employee-owned company and the largest independent staffing firm in West Michigan. Since 1988, we've helped connect more than 300,000 people with meaningful, long-term career opportunities. Our mission is to match people with careers--not just jobs.