Staff Accountant
Portage, MI 
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Job Description
Position: Staff Accountant
Location: Portage, MI
Job Id: 1848
# of Openings: 1
Staff Accountant
About The Kendall Group
The Kendall Group seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Staff Accountant position. The Kendall Group is comprised of seven divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.
Why The Kendall Group?
Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.
Role Summary:
Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance team. This position is responsible for supporting the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the Finance/Accounting Department. The Staff Accountant position is integral to maintaining the financial health of the company, providing accurate and timely financial information, and supporting strategic decision-making processes.
Exciting work you will do:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Staff Accountant will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Perform accounting functions for general ledger accountability and financial reporting in accordance with accepted accounting principles
  • Support the monthly and annual financial closings
  • Maintain the fixed asset and associated depreciation schedules; prepare monthly data for general journal entries; ensure proper recording of new purchase and disposals
  • Assist with sales tax analysis, return preparation, and third party audits
  • Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, prepaid expenses and accruals
  • Assist with the annual audit and fulfill requests as made by the audit staff
  • Provide monthly expense analysis to Vice President of Finance and Controller
  • Other duties and projects as assigned
Competencies you possess:
  • Service Excellence
  • Accountability and responsibility
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Results, Action Oriented
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self-starter
What you'll need:
  • Work Experience: 2 years' experience in accounting
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or business with an emphasis in accounting
  • Analytics/Computer Skills: Strong accounting knowledge; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Organization Skills: Attention to detail; ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; good judgement and problem-solving skills
  • Cross-functional skills: Ability to manage relationships both externally and internally; highly motivated self-starter
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong phone presence and listening skills
  • Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to see, talk, hear, stand and walk
  • Ability to sit for 8 hours a day
  • Physical Environment: Normal office environment
  • Travel: Less than 5%
Skills we prefer but don't require:
  • Work Experience: 4 year's experience in accounting
The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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