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Description
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant in Franklin/Oak Creek, Wisconsin. The role involves a combination of education and professional experience to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of accounting tasks in the manufacturing industry.
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for day-to-day general ledger accounting and reconciliation, financial reporting and analysis
• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain and report on fixed assets
• Produce monthly financial statements
• Prepare sales and marketing financial analysis
• Perform accounting research and determine correct application
• Identify, suggest, and implement process improvements
• Maintain a written manual of procedures for area of responsibility
• Support interim and annual financial statement audits
• Research discrepancies and recommend resolutions
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities as requested by Manager
• Working knowledge of GAAP and multi state tax laws
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word primarily, Epicor, Avalara, Sage FAS, and other relevant software.
• Account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, bank reconciliations, general ledger management, and journal entries
• Management of month end close activities, month-end financial, month-end reports, and monthly account reconciliation.
Requirements • Proven experience as a Sr. Accountant with a minimum of 5 years in the field.
• Proficiency in key accounting skills such as Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, and Bank Reconciliations.
• Demonstrable knowledge of General Ledger management and Journal Entries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience in handling Month End Close activities, including Month-end Financial reporting and Month-end Journal Entries.
• Familiarity with Monthly Account Reconciliation.
• Proficiency with various accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Epicor, Epicor Erp, Avalara, and Sage FAS.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and detail orientation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• A relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification, such as CPA or CMA, would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong ethical standards and a high level of integrity.
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