Accountant Jobs in Grand Ledge, MI

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Accountant 9-12 - State Budget Office

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 1 day ago

equivalent to an Accountant 9 or Auditor 9....

Senior Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist the month-end close process by reviewing accounts, preparing accruals, performing variance analysis, and posting journal entries....

Accountant 9-12

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 3 days ago

The position is responsible for the completion of accounting, financial and technical tasks including, but not limited to, the following: prepare and enter journal entries into the State of Michigans...

Associate Corporate Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Associate Corporate Accountant - Now Hiring Michigan Farm Bureau 30 days ago Associate Corporate Accountant US-MI-Lansing Job ID: 2025-7841 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Accounting...

Forensic Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Our unique team includes: Professional Investigators Computer Forensic Specialists Certified Public Accountants Certified Fraud Examiners Intelligence Analysts With our associates' backgrounds, you'll...

Accountant I

  • East Lansing, MI (16 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • East Lansing, MI (16 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 9 days ago

Maintains and reconciles journal entries of revenue/expenditures for fund accounts and notifies supervisor of problems....

Senior Accountant

  • Mason, MI (19 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mason, MI (19 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare and review monthly financial statements and job cost reports Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations Provide support to HR...

Project Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 13 days ago

The Christman Company is looking for a Project Accountant in our Lansing, Michigan region. This position is responsible for supporting the project team throughout the completion of a project....

Senior Accountant - Medical Professional Liability

  • Okemos, MI (17 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Okemos, MI (17 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 17 days ago

Prepares journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation....

Tax & Consulting Senior Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Proficient at completing basic individual tax returns Understands importance of completing tax returns and assigned tasks accurately and with efficiency Proficient in Ultra Tax, Fixed Asset Solutions...

Tax & Consulting Staff Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 18 days ago

It's people like you that make us great! At Yeo & Yeo, we recognize that the champions behind our success are our people. We are a people-first organization fully committed to creating a dynamic...

Corporate Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Auto-Owners Insurance, a top-rated insurance carrier, is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Associate Accountant....

Remote Work

Corporate Tax Accountant

  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (10 miles from Grand Ledge, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Auto-Owners Insurance, a top-rated insurance carrier, is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Associate Accountant....

Remote Work

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Grand Ledge, MI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Grand Ledge, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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