Jobs
Contract Senior Accountant- Manufacturing
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing, established organization in the manufacturing and industrial sector to identify an experienced Contract Senior Accountant to support its accounting and…
Industry
Salary
$40–$50/hr
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing, established organization in the manufacturing and industrial sector to identify an experienced Contract Senior Accountant to support its accounting and finance operations in Grand Rapids, MI.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who has experience working in a manufacturing environment and enjoys taking ownership of general ledger activities, month-end close processes, and account reconciliations.
Our client is seeking someone who can quickly get up to speed, work independently, and contribute to an accounting team supporting a growing, multi-location organization.
This position is primarily focused on general ledger accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations. Extensive cost accounting experience is not required.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type: Contract
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite per week)
Key responsibilities
Perform hands-on general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Analyze general ledger accounts to identify inconsistencies, unusual transactions, and opportunities for improvement.
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and supporting financial reporting schedules.
Collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate financial records and adherence to established accounting procedures.
Support accounting activities associated with manufacturing operations, including inventory-related transactions and expense allocations as needed.
Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support internal reporting and audit requirements.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reconciliation procedures, and increase overall efficiency.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Assist with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as needed.
Ideal profile
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Previous accounting experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
Strong hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close.
Demonstrated experience preparing and completing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
Experience working in a Senior Accountant, GL Accountant, or similar accounting role.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working within ERP/accounting systems.
Ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities, investigate discrepancies, and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with accounting and operational teams.
Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and systems in a contract environment
Experience supporting accounting operations for a multi-location or growing manufacturing organization.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Plex, or QAD.
Experience improving month-end close processes or reconciliation procedures.
Exposure to inventory accounting or manufacturing-related financial reporting.
Please note: Specialized cost accounting experience, including standard costing, work-in-process (WIP), and production variance analysis, is not required for this opportunity.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join an established organization with a growing presence in the manufacturing and industrial sector.
Gain exposure to accounting operations within a dynamic, multi-location business.
Work closely with experienced accounting and finance leadership.
Utilize your hands-on general ledger, reconciliation, and month-end close expertise.
Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement in the Grand Rapids area.
Make an immediate impact in a contract position where your accounting experience will be valued.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Senior Accountant with a manufacturing background and strong general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliation experience, we would love to connect!
Compensation & benefits
The posted base salary range is $40–$50/hr. Full detail on the package is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
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About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Contract Senior Accountant- Manufacturing
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing, established organization in the manufacturing and industrial sector to identify an experienced Contract Senior Accountant to support its accounting and…
Industry
Salary
$40–$50/hr
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing, established organization in the manufacturing and industrial sector to identify an experienced Contract Senior Accountant to support its accounting and finance operations in Grand Rapids, MI.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who has experience working in a manufacturing environment and enjoys taking ownership of general ledger activities, month-end close processes, and account reconciliations.
Our client is seeking someone who can quickly get up to speed, work independently, and contribute to an accounting team supporting a growing, multi-location organization.
This position is primarily focused on general ledger accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations. Extensive cost accounting experience is not required.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type: Contract
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite per week)
Key responsibilities
Perform hands-on general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Analyze general ledger accounts to identify inconsistencies, unusual transactions, and opportunities for improvement.
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and supporting financial reporting schedules.
Collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate financial records and adherence to established accounting procedures.
Support accounting activities associated with manufacturing operations, including inventory-related transactions and expense allocations as needed.
Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support internal reporting and audit requirements.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reconciliation procedures, and increase overall efficiency.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Assist with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as needed.
Ideal profile
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Previous accounting experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
Strong hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close.
Demonstrated experience preparing and completing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
Experience working in a Senior Accountant, GL Accountant, or similar accounting role.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working within ERP/accounting systems.
Ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities, investigate discrepancies, and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with accounting and operational teams.
Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and systems in a contract environment
Experience supporting accounting operations for a multi-location or growing manufacturing organization.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Plex, or QAD.
Experience improving month-end close processes or reconciliation procedures.
Exposure to inventory accounting or manufacturing-related financial reporting.
Please note: Specialized cost accounting experience, including standard costing, work-in-process (WIP), and production variance analysis, is not required for this opportunity.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join an established organization with a growing presence in the manufacturing and industrial sector.
Gain exposure to accounting operations within a dynamic, multi-location business.
Work closely with experienced accounting and finance leadership.
Utilize your hands-on general ledger, reconciliation, and month-end close expertise.
Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement in the Grand Rapids area.
Make an immediate impact in a contract position where your accounting experience will be valued.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Senior Accountant with a manufacturing background and strong general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliation experience, we would love to connect!
Compensation & benefits
The posted base salary range is $40–$50/hr. Full detail on the package is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Contract Senior Accountant- Manufacturing
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing, established organization in the manufacturing and industrial sector to identify an experienced Contract Senior Accountant to support its accounting and…
Industry
Salary
$40–$50/hr
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing, established organization in the manufacturing and industrial sector to identify an experienced Contract Senior Accountant to support its accounting and finance operations in Grand Rapids, MI.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who has experience working in a manufacturing environment and enjoys taking ownership of general ledger activities, month-end close processes, and account reconciliations.
Our client is seeking someone who can quickly get up to speed, work independently, and contribute to an accounting team supporting a growing, multi-location organization.
This position is primarily focused on general ledger accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations. Extensive cost accounting experience is not required.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type: Contract
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite per week)
Key responsibilities
Perform hands-on general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Analyze general ledger accounts to identify inconsistencies, unusual transactions, and opportunities for improvement.
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and supporting financial reporting schedules.
Collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate financial records and adherence to established accounting procedures.
Support accounting activities associated with manufacturing operations, including inventory-related transactions and expense allocations as needed.
Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support internal reporting and audit requirements.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reconciliation procedures, and increase overall efficiency.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Assist with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as needed.
Ideal profile
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Previous accounting experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
Strong hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close.
Demonstrated experience preparing and completing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
Experience working in a Senior Accountant, GL Accountant, or similar accounting role.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working within ERP/accounting systems.
Ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities, investigate discrepancies, and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with accounting and operational teams.
Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and systems in a contract environment
Experience supporting accounting operations for a multi-location or growing manufacturing organization.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Plex, or QAD.
Experience improving month-end close processes or reconciliation procedures.
Exposure to inventory accounting or manufacturing-related financial reporting.
Please note: Specialized cost accounting experience, including standard costing, work-in-process (WIP), and production variance analysis, is not required for this opportunity.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join an established organization with a growing presence in the manufacturing and industrial sector.
Gain exposure to accounting operations within a dynamic, multi-location business.
Work closely with experienced accounting and finance leadership.
Utilize your hands-on general ledger, reconciliation, and month-end close expertise.
Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement in the Grand Rapids area.
Make an immediate impact in a contract position where your accounting experience will be valued.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Senior Accountant with a manufacturing background and strong general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliation experience, we would love to connect!
Compensation & benefits
The posted base salary range is $40–$50/hr. Full detail on the package is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.