Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Company: Michael Thompson and Associates
Location: Hybrid – Manistee, MI & Remote
Schedule: Flexible

About Us

Michael Thompson and Associates is a respected CPA firm known for delivering high-quality financial services to individuals, small businesses, and corporations. We are passionate about accuracy, integrity, and helping our clients succeed. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that values personal growth and professional development.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. This role will focus on bookkeeping, financial reporting, and end-of-year tax adjustments. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, a great attitude, and a desire to grow within a public accounting environment.

This position offers a flexible work schedule, with time split between our office in Manistee, Michigan and remote work. Candidates must have the ability to commute to the office as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping for a variety of clients
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Conduct account reconciliations and journal entries
• Assist with end-of-year tax adjustments and tax preparation
• Support preparation of individual and business tax returns
• Communicate with clients to gather documentation and resolve questions
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Collaborate with other team members on special projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (public accounting experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with U.S. tax preparation (individual and business returns)
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Working toward CPA designation or Enrolled Agent (EA) is a plus
• Must be able to commute to Manistee, Michigan for in-office days

What We’re Looking For

• A positive attitude and a willingness to take on new challenges
• Someone who takes pride in their work and delivers consistent quality
• A team player who values collaboration, learning, and growth
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage deadlines in a flexible hybrid work environment

Benefits

• Flexible schedule with hybrid in-office and remote work
• Paid time off
• 3% IRA matching
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Supportive team culture
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• CPA and EA mentorship support
• Competitive compensation based on experience

If you’re looking for a position where you can grow professionally, take pride in your work, and thrive in a flexible and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Manistee, MI 49660 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Manistee, MI 49660: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person