Accountant Jobs in Michigan

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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Cost Accountant

  • Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 days ago

degree in Accounting or Finance is required 2+ years of accounting experience, including an internship experience Manufacturing experience is preferred Ability to Travel up to 15% Experience with SAP...

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Tax Senior Staff Accountant

  • UHY
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 5 hours ago

degree in accounting, finance, or a related field 2 3 years of relevant experience Software: CCH Prosystem FX, Axcess Tax, Axcess Document, Axcess Workstream, Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS, Checkpoint...

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General Accountant

  • Olympia Development of Michigan
  • Detroit, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 6 hours ago

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance and a minimum of two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient...

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Accountant II

  • City of Dearborn, MI
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 18 hours ago

entries; reviewing report information for accuracy; and performing related tasks....

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Tax Accountant

  • McKinley, Inc.
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title: Tax Accountant Compensation: $65,000-$80,000 plus bonus potential Remote Status: Remote with ability to travel to Ann Arbor as needed....

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Accountant - Indirect Tax

  • MJ Electric
  • Iron Mountain, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Iron Mountain, MI
  • 1 day ago

degree in Accounting or Finance (Preferred) - 2-5 years experience as an Accountant - Indirect Tax or similar role What Youll Get - 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth) - Paid Holidays and...

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Senior Cost Accountant

  • ProMach
  • Homer, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Homer, MI
  • 1 day ago

Entries along with being a key contributor and driver in determining ways to shorten the month-end timeline Take ownership of account reconciliation process to ensure alignment to the subledger Participate...

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Accountant (General Ledger)

  • Williams International
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 1 day ago

The Accountant (General Ledger) reasonability’s include : Month-End Close & Reporting: Support full-cycle month-end close activities, including preparing complex journal entries, reconciling balance...

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Senior Accountant

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant – Payroll Position Summary Our client in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant – Payroll to oversee payroll processing, financial reporting, and accounting...

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Accountant II

  • SpartanNash
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for accounts payable or general ledger maintenance to include (as applicable): maintenance of accounts payable, journal entries and accruals, account analysis and reconciliation, requesting...

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Accountant I (Retail)

  • SpartanNash
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 2 days ago

. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315 Position Summary: Responsible to perform a variety of general accounting responsibilities, including journal entries and account reconciliations, in accordance with...

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Accountant

  • Randstad
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 2 days ago

Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaids, amortization schedules, and reclasses....

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Project Accountant

  • Robertson Brothers
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago

The Project Accountant will oversee the financial aspects of small to medium-sized projects, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of costs, budgets, and expenses....

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Experienced Bookkeeper / Accountant

  • J & J United Industries LLC
  • Livonia, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for an Accounting Bookkeeper to join our team! You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial records for our company. Must have QuickBooks Enterprise...

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DCAA Compliance Accountant / Cost Accountant Government Contracting

  • Aston Carter
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 3 days ago

Cost Accountant, Compliance Accountant, or similar role in a governmentcontracting environment....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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