Job Description
Harvard Resource Solutions/VENTEON is seeking an Accountant for our manufacturing client in Oak Park on a temporary to direct hire basis.
In office
Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Position Summary
We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Accountant/Bookkeeper to lead the financial operations. As a key partner to the Owner, you will manage the full accounting cycle from daily transactional tasks like AP, A/R and Purchase Orders to high-level month-end reporting. Responsible for managing the General Ledger through Financial Statement preparation. This is a "player-coach" role perfect for a professional who enjoys both the precision of bookkeeping and the strategic impact of financial analysis in a growing company.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Procurement
Invoice Management: Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including accurate data entry, coding, and digital filing of all vendor invoices.
Payment Processing: Schedule and execute weekly payment runs via check, ACH, or wire, ensuring all obligations are met on time.
Purchase Orders: Manage the PO system, matching orders with receiving documents and invoices to ensure internal controls and pricing accuracy.
Vendor Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and statement reconciliations.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
General Ledger: Maintain a clean and accurate GL; perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts and credit cards.
P&L Ownership: Prepare and present monthly Profit and Loss statements, providing commentary on variances and trends to the Owner.
Balance Sheet Management: Prepare monthly Balance Sheets, ensuring all assets and liabilities are accurately supported and reconciled.
Cash Flow Monitoring: Track daily cash positions and provide short-term cash flow forecasts to support growth initiatives.
Compliance & Administration
Maintain organized financial records in compliance with GAAP.
Assist with annual tax preparation and any external audits or 1099 filings.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows as the company scales.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of [QuickBooks] and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
Expertise: Deep understanding of full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, and financial statement preparation.
Education: Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; prior experience in a small business or "department of one" environment is highly preferred.
Qualities for Success
Self-Starter: You take initiative and don t require constant supervision to meet deadlines.
Adaptability: You are comfortable pivoting between data entry and strategic reporting as the day requires.
Integrity: You handle sensitive financial information with the utmost discretion.
If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to apply to this job and email your resume to
rrice@hrsus.com.
We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.
At Harvard Resource Solutions, our talent acquisition team is proud to provide our clients with the most qualified Administrative & Clerical talent in the industry today.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Oak Park, MI |
| Industry | Accounting and Auditing Services |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Website | http://www.venteon.us.com/ |
About Company
At Venteon, we are experts in providing Executive Search and Staffing services in Accounting & Finance, Engineering, Technology, Sales & Marketing and Advertising with the following options:
Direct Placement / Executive Search
Contract
Contract-to-Direct
Project Based Solutions
We Deliver the Right Solutions:
Our recruiters are experienced in finding the right candidates for your position. Through active recruiting within our vast network (both locally and nationally), we source qualified candidates that have the exact experience necessary to make an immediate impact.
Our goal is to make the right placement the first time. We spend a great deal of time matching the right candidate with the right opportunity. Once a placement is made, we implement an ongoing quality control program to ensure the satisfaction of both parties. We believe that being proactive in this process enables us to provide a high level of success in our placement process.
We Build Long-Term Partnerships:
Our professional staff will learn about your business, culture, and work environment in order to understand the requirements and skills needed for your open position. We then tailor our search to these specific requirements and efficiently address your critical hiring needs. Our dedication to nurturing long-term, trust-based relationships with both clients and candidates is the reason for our success.