What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Altair?
Accountant
Our client in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking an Accountant. This is a contract to potential direct position.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing financial reports and statements, performing bank reconciliations, and conducting cyclical audits. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, sound business acumen, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced manufacturing or corporate environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and periodicals
- Perform bank reconciliations and oversee general ledger accuracy
- Conduct cyclical audits to ensure financial compliance and controls
- Create ad-hoc financial reports to support various business needs
- Prepare and coordinate tax-related documents and filings
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support business decision-making
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
- CPA, CMA, or CA designation preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with full responsibility for the finance function
- Experience in a manufacturing or corporate environment; automotive industry experience preferred
- Experience working in an AS400 environment; Epicor (CMS) experience strongly preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze financial statements and reports
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time-management skills
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- Strong business acumen and professional judgment
- Effective written and verbal communication skills