Project Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join a contract assignment based onsite in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this role, you will provide hands-on accounting support by managing reconciliations, assisting with close activities, and helping maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is comfortable working independently, enjoys digging into discrepancies, and brings strong Excel and general ledger experience.

Responsibilities:
• Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and completeness in financial records.
• Investigate account discrepancies by reviewing source data, comparing reports, and identifying the cause of variances.
• Prepare and record journal entries to support routine accounting activity and period-end adjustments.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes by organizing schedules, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Upload journal vouchers and maintain supporting documentation to keep ledger activity current and audit-ready.
• Use Excel extensively to build reconciliation worksheets, track open items, and prepare financial support files.
• Assist with accounting cleanup efforts, including work tied to ongoing system-related updates and data organization.
• Collaborate with accounting leadership and team members to complete priority reconciliation and close assignments.
• Provide additional accounting assistance as business needs evolve, including possible support for future accounts payable-related work.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in project accounting, general ledger accounting, or a closely related accounting function.
• Strong background in account reconciliations, including balance sheet and bank reconciliation work.
• Hands-on experience supporting month-end close activities and preparing journal entries.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to organize and analyze financial data efficiently.
• Experience using Abila MIP is required; familiarity with Sage or related accounting systems is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of general ledger structure, financial record accuracy, and supporting documentation standards.
• Strong attention to detail, sound problem-solving ability, and the capability to manage work independently in an onsite environment.

Compensation

Based on experience

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