You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Accountant I provides support to the accounting department by performing daily and monthly accounting tasks. This entry‑level role is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month‑end close, and maintaining accurate financial records. The Accountant I ensures the integrity of accounting information by following established procedures and supporting the finance team as needed.
This is an onsite position based on Holland, MI. It is not eligible for hybrid or remote work.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Prepare and post routine journal entries to the general ledger.
Perform account reconciliations (bank, balance sheet accounts, accruals, prepaid, etc.).
Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing processes.
Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation.
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
Assist with fixed asset tracking and depreciation schedules.
Help prepare supporting schedules for internal and external audits.
Compile financial data for internal reporting.
Assist in variance analysis for actual results vs. budget/forecast.
Support preparation of management reports as assigned.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Support the team in meeting regulatory, tax, and audit requirements.
Work cross‑functionally with other departments to gather information as needed.
Provide general support to the Accounting Manager/Controller and broader finance team.
Other duties as assigned.
HOW YOU’LL DO IT
Managing Complexity - Making a sense of complex, high volume of information to effectively solve problems.
Individual Efficiency – Effectively managing time and resources so that individual work is completed efficiently.
Attention to detail – Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
Business insight - Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
Situational adaptability - Ability to work with evolving systems, processes and structures, demonstrating the flexibility to adapt to changing environments, requirements and regulations.
Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.
WHAT TO BRING
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
0–2 years of accounting experience (internships welcome).
Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Knowledge of basic accounting principles (GAAP).
WHAT WILL HELP
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including common accounting functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.).
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
Willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
Gentex is an equal opportunity employer
Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.
Assistance
Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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