Accounting Analyst

We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to support core financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Van Buren Twp, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate accounting records, processing key transactions, and helping ensure timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger activity, along with strong Excel skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing to support accurate financial operations. • Prepare and review account and bank reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly. • Record journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy to support monthly and periodic close activities. • Process payroll-related accounting transactions and verify supporting documentation for completeness and correctness. • Analyze financial data in Excel using formulas and related tools to identify trends, validate balances, and improve reporting accuracy. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address invoice, payment, and account issues while maintaining strong service and compliance standards. • Assist with ongoing accounting process support within SAP, including transaction review and data validation as needed. • Experience in accounting or finance with practical knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing activities. • Strong background in account reconciliation, including bank reconciliations and general ledger balancing. • Ability to prepare journal entries and support routine month-end accounting processes. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas for analysis and reporting. • Familiarity with SAP or a comparable enterprise accounting system. • Understanding of payroll-related accounting entries and financial documentation controls. • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.