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Accountant

CFS
  • Spring Lake, MI
    12 days ago
    CFS

    Job Description

    Overview

    We are partnering with a long‑established organization in Spring Lake seeking a hands‑on Accountant to step into a critical role as their long‑time finance leader transitions into retirement. This Accountant will manage day‑to‑day accounting operations while serving as the internal go‑to resource for financial accuracy, compliance, and reporting. The ideal Accountant thrives in a small‑team environment, enjoys variety, and is comfortable owning the full accounting cycle.


    Key Responsibilities



    • Serve as the primary Accountant overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll



    • Prepare monthly financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations



    • Partner with the external CPA on year‑end activities, tax preparation, and audit support



    • Lead light budgeting and forecasting processes as the organization grows



    • Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial documentation



    • Support leadership with ad‑hoc reporting and financial insights



    • Ensure accuracy and timeliness across all accounting functions as the organization’s sole Accountant




    Qualifications



    • 3–7+ years of experience as an Accountant or similar role



    • Strong understanding of GAAP and full‑cycle accounting



    • Experience with AP, AR, Payroll, and month‑end close



    • Proficiency with accounting software and Excel



    • Ability to work independently and communicate clearly with leadership



    • Detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable being the primary Accountant for the business




    Why This Role

    This is an excellent opportunity for an Accountant who enjoys autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a stable, community‑focused organization.

    Salary $55,000 - 75,000 + Bonus and Benefits Package

    #INOCT2026

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSpring Lake, MI
    IndustryFinancial Services
    Company Size500 to 999 employees
    Year Founded1994
    Websitehttp://www.cfstaffing.com/

    About Company

    Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

    CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

    Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

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    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Complianceunmatched
    • Financial Policiesunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Tax Returnsunmatched

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