Sr. Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is essential in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting key financial processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a commitment to excellence, and a proactive approach to improving financial operations.

Responsibilities:
• Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly, review daily cash receipts, and perform quarterly reconciliation of subsequent receipts.
• Prepare, record, and verify journal entries while identifying and resolving discrepancies within the general ledger.
• Oversee and enhance internal controls, ensuring adherence to accounting procedures and practices.
• Manage and maintain insurance policies, including requesting certificates of insurance as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements, as well as organizational policies.
• Create, analyze, and present monthly and ad-hoc financial reports to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors by preparing workpapers and documentation for audits.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process, year-end close activities, and variance analysis.
• Serve as a backup for accounts payable functions and provide general support to the Director of Finance and Analytics.
• Update and maintain the department’s policy and procedure manual to reflect current practices.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in month-end close processes, including journal entry preparation and general ledger management.
• Strong ability to perform account and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting and compliance regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
• Familiarity with insurance policy management, including certificates of insurance and database maintenance.
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial reporting tools; experience with platforms like Financial Edge is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required; CPA certification is a plus.

Compensation

$65,000.00-$80,000.00 Yearly

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