Accountant III

Why You’ll Love Working Here  

Consistent Schedule 

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

What You'll Get 

• Up to 15% 401(k) contribution with no employee match required 

• Competitive hourly pay 

• Health, dental and vision insurance 

• Paid time off and paid holidays 

• Career growth opportunities 

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment 

• Stable, locally owned company with strong community values 

What You’ll Do

Financial Reporting & General Ledger 

• Own general ledger functions, including account reconciliations, journal entries and financial statement preparation 

• Review and analyze account balances to identify anomalies and ensure accuracy 

• Manage the reconciliation and accuracy of all account balances 

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports 

• Ensure financial reporting complies with company policies and accounting standards 

• Support month-end and year-end close processes 

Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting 

• Assist with budget preparation and financial forecasting 

• Perform variance analysis and provide insights to support business decisions 

• Monitor financial trends and identify opportunities for improvement 

• Support strategic planning through accurate financial analysis and reporting 

Cash Management & Fixed Assets 

• Oversee cash management processes, reconciliations and reporting 

• Analyze variances and ensure accuracy of cash-related transactions 

• Maintain and track fixed assets, including depreciation, insurance, licensing and reporting 

Audits, Compliance & Controls 

• Conduct internal audits and recommend process improvements 

• Coordinate with external auditors and provide required documentation 

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies 

• Support tax reporting and regulatory compliance activities 

Process Improvement & Technology 

• Lead financial software projects and system enhancements 

• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency 

• Develop and maintain accounting procedures, documentation and training materials 

• Collaborate with departments across the organization to streamline accounting processes 

Leadership & Team Support 

• Serve as a key contact for accounting-related questions and issues 

• Mentor and support accounting team members 

• Promote best practices and continuous improvement initiatives 

• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders across the business 

What We're Looking For

Required Experience 

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience 

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills 

• Advanced proficiency with accounting systems and financial reporting tools 

• Working knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles 

• Experience preparing financial statements, performing reconciliations and analyzing financial data 

• Experience supporting audits and process improvement initiatives 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 

Preferred Skills 

• Strong financial analysis and problem-solving abilities 

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills 

• Strategic thinking and sound business judgment 

• Ability to identify trends, risks and opportunities within financial data 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Experience leading projects and driving process improvements 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 

• Mentoring, coaching or team leadership experience 

Work Schedule & Location 

Location: Lansing, MI 
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt  

About Granger Waste Services  

Working at Granger Waste Services isn’t just a career--it’s a calling. Guided by the Golden Rule, we’re committed to caring for our customers, our communities and each other. If you’re ready to make a difference while building a rewarding career, we’d love to have you on our team.  

Apply today to join a team that values accountability, teamwork and service while supporting the financial operations that help keep our organization moving forward.