Staff Accountant

Our client is an organization in the Waukesha County area that’s looking for a Staff Accountant. Our client is looking for someone with 1+ years of experience, driven, and organized. This company offers internal growth opportunities, flexibility, and a collaborative team. This position is onsite.

The salary for this position is $60k – $68k.

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide daily/weekly cash updates and monitor liquidity.
• Create and analyze weekly/monthly reports for timely distribution to stakeholders.
• Prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, maintain reserves, and ensure intercompany balances are accurate.
• Record payroll entries and maintain an organized journal entry log.
• Support the annual budgeting process and collaborate with department leaders on forecasts.
• Prepare audit workpapers and assist with tax reporting and coordination.
• Handle sales/use tax filings and complete required government surveys and reports.

The Staff Accountant will possess the following:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 1+ year of experience in the field or a related area, prior manufacturing environment preferred.
• Understanding of accounting principles and proper accounting procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, including strong Excel experience.
• Experience with an ERP system/software is desirable.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while completing assigned workload on a timely basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to skills, experience level, and overall qualifications. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.