Junior Accountant at Lakeland Monroe Group
Grand Rapids, MI 49512, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Nov, 25

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

10 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Disabilities, Excel

Industry

Accounting

Description

ABOUT US

At Lakeland Monroe Group, we are a trusted supplier of decorative, precision, and functional plastic components for the automotive industry. Backed by over 30 years of combined experience, we’re known for solving complex manufacturing challenges and consistently exceeding customer expectations.
It’s an exciting time to be part of our journey—we’re growing fast. With new customers, expanded facilities, and cutting-edge technologies, we’re investing in our future and building a strong, collaborative team to help drive it forward.

WHY JOIN LAKELAND MONROE GROUP?

We believe the best ideas come from diverse teams where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Our culture is built on teamwork, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re an experienced professional or ready to take the next step in your career, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact here.
To achieve our vision of a world class corporation, we are seeking team members to join us who are passionate about continuously fostering teamwork and increasing productivity and standardization.
We are seeking a robust Jr. Accountant to join our Accounting Team! The Jr. Accountant will be an integral part of the Finance/Accounting team at Lakeland Monroe Group. It will be the responsibility of this role to oversee all accounting operations and functions for one of three manufacturing facilities. This will include payroll (ADP platform), accounts receivable and payable, general ledger, fixed assets, and any weekly/month end/quarter end/year end requirements. The ERP system leveraged in this role is PLEX Manufacturing.
Join us, and help shape the future of manufacturing—while growing your own.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Jr. Accountant supports the Finance and Accounting team by overseeing accounting operations for one of three manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities include managing payroll through the ADP platform, accounts receivable and payable, general ledger activities, fixed asset accounting, and assisting with weekly, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. This role utilizes the PLEX Manufacturing ERP system to ensure accurate financial recordkeeping and compliance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • BA/BS with accounting emphasis; or 2 year degree with an accounting emphasis and three years of related experience; or 10+ years of related experience (Must know how to leverage Excel)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Typical office environment: position may require extended work hours during peak periods.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
  • The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk and talk or hear.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Responsibilities

CENTRALIZED TASKS, FINANCIAL REPORTING, GENERAL LEDGER & FIXED ASSETS:

  • Perform weekly AR and AP inputs; check runs; wires; weekly transfers; petty cash
  • Perform weekly labor, AR and revenue reports
  • Perform daily cash reporting and weekly misc. cash entries
  • Month end Journal Entries, and reconciliation
  • Includes Vacation, ESTA, Insurance, Work Comp, Rent, Prepaids, Interest, Property Tax, Depreciation & Inventory, etc.
  • Reconcile bank statements and maintain payroll account worksheets
  • Annual Property Tax returns
  • Track internal labor and materials for assets built by Lakeland Monroe Group.
  • Calculate and post monthly depreciation expenses.
  • Maintain fixed asset schedules and monitor accuracy of balance sheet entries.
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