Client Accountant

Join the vibrant team at American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) as a Client Accountant in Houghton, Michigan. Reporting directly to the Client Accounting Manager, this role pays a pivotal part in managing accounting functions for multiple clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts receivable processes, possess excellent communication skills, and be capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.

More about who we are:

American Forest Management, Inc. (AFM) is the largest forest consulting firm in the United States. AFM currently manages approximately 6 million acres of privately owned timberland and has sold over $4.9 billion in real estate transactions under AFM Real Estate, a subsidiary of AFM. With 300+ employees operating from 51 offices located in 21 states, Panama and Costa Rica, AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services. Our small regionally dispersed offices allow us to provide individualized services, and our large overall size allows us to coordinate teams of foresters and technical specialists for large, complex jobs.

AFM’s team of professionals is focused on meeting client needs by providing a complete range of forestry services including land and wildlife management, land sale and acquisition services, forest inventory and design, growth and yield modeling, cash flow projections, environmental services, appraisal, forest resource data management and harvest scheduling.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Position will be responsible for multiple client’s accounting functions to include, but not limited to:

-Perform day-to-day AR accounting functions

reconcile scale slips to weekly settlements, invoice mills, deposit checks and apply mill payments

-Prepare sales agreements, update rates in accounting software.

-Responsible for all accounting functions for our private landowners and investment clients.

-Prepare sale contracts, ticket entry/reconciliation.

-Work with corporate office (Charlotte, NC) with invoicing & tracking payments.

-Assists in reconciling and reviewing client accounts and researching issues as needed.

-Reviews, analyzes, modifies, and implements efficient and effective client accounting processes and procedures.

-Provide a high level of customer service to assigned clients and all participants by creating a positive relationship with both parties.

-Special projects and other requests as needed.

Additional Requirements:

-Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or finance or a combination of education and relevant work experience

-Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience

-Strong communication skills and attention to detail

-Experience in managing a team is a plus but not required

-Ability to work independently and as a team

-Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Suite products

-Knowledge of FPA, LIMS, InFocus, Yardi, and timber/delivered sales accounting is a plus but not required

-Soft Skills: Communication, attention to detail, analytical thinking, time management, ethical judgement, teamwork, organization skills, and leadership.

Work Environment

Join our team and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation, integrity, and professional growth. At American Forest Management, we foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where every team member’s contribution is recognized and valued.

Salary and Benefits

-Expected salary commensurate with experience.

-Additional compensation:

-Eligible for annual and new business bonus plans

-Paid vacations, sick time, and holidays

-Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans

-Short- & Long-Term Disability plans available

-401(K) retirement plan with matching company contributions

-Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Join our team to forest accounting management excellence and dynamic work environment. Apply now to contribute your expertise to our team!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.