Our Client, a Public Utility that provides natural gas and electricity to the majority of Michigan's 10 million residents is seeking a talented and self-driven individual for needs serving in the role of Sr. Accounting Analyst.

The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for supporting the monthly financial close process through the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and detailed review of administrative expenses. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data and provides analytical support to management for decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.

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Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and posts monthly journal entries to the general ledger in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assists in the timely and accurate completion of month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities to ensure accurate financial records and timely preparation of financial statements.
• Works closely with business partners to gather necessary data for accruals and adjustments and ensures items are reconciled in a timely manner in accordance with internal control standards.
• Manages complex transactions such as lease accounting, overhead allocations/study, cost accounting, and other accounting transactions to ensure all activity is properly and timely recorded within the financial statements.
• Prepares and records monthly and non-recurring general ledger entries to ensure all activity is properly recorded in accordance with financial policies and procedures (including O&M vs. capital).
• Performs balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and proper supporting documentation.
• Analyzes financial results and prepares variance explanation comparing actual results to budget and forecast.
• Supports audits by providing requested schedules, explanations, and documentation.
• Supports Budget process by providing administrative expense detail and updating allocations. Prepares complex ad hoc reporting as needed to support research, studies, surveys and other ad hoc requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills Required: 

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and at least 4-7 years' of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge and experience applying GAAP
• Strongly prefer working knowledge of SAP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines during peak close periods
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams