Corporate Accounting Assistant - The Michaels Organization

Our business is real estate, but our organization is so much more than bricks and mortar, beautiful buildings and well-managed properties. Our business is about people who need a place to call home and the people of Michaels who make it all happen.

This individual will fill a key role within the Corporate Accounting Department. This position will support various aspects of accounting for the company. This position will assist in daily fiscal operations of the Corporate Accounting department by means of integration with client partnership accounting functions. This position also requires, but is not limited to assisting with monthly closings, aid in Accounts Payable and Receivable processing. Will maintain balance sheet schedules and subsidiary ledgers, and prepare and reconcile monthly bank statements.

Reconcile ledger Accounts, note and report discrepancies found in records

2. Initiate and approve wires, ach, and book transfers – Assistant will only be responsible for accounts in which they are not reconciling bank statements.

3. Reconcile Corporate Bank Statements – Assistant will only be responsible for reconciliations in which they do not process cash receipts and or disbursements.

4. Receive, record and bank cash and checks – Assistant will only be responsible for accounts in which they do not reconcile bank statements.

5. Code documents according to company procedures.

6. Monitor daily activity of bank deposits, wires, transfers & checks.

7. Prepare monthly & Yearly Adjusting Journal Entries.

8. Assist in preparation of Audit Schedules.

9. Maintain/ Update various financial schedules.
10. Process Invoices & Intercompany Billings.
11. Invest 401k contributions each pay period.

12. Assist in month-end & year-end reporting for Corporate Mgmt. as well as Educational Foundation, Health Plan & Retirement Plan.

13. Maintain/Update Bookkeeping & Tax Credit Fees.

14. Assist Corporate Accountant & Controller on special projects.

15. Perform research in response to management inquiries.

Required Experience: 
2-4 years’ experience with bookkeeping and accounting duties,

Required Education/Training: 
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Associates degree in Accounting preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities: 
Ability to apply strong problem solving techniques. Candidate will need to be effective and experienced in general accounting functions. The position requires accounting experience and strong analytical skills.
Proficient with MS Excel. Knowledge of AS400, Realpage & QuickBooks not required but useful.

Working Conditions: 

Office environment

Salary Range Information

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Rewards & Benefits

We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more:

• Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.
• Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome

Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Come join our team. You’re going to love it here!