Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin and play a key role in maintaining accurate, timely financial records. This position supports core accounting operations, delivers meaningful reporting and analysis, and partners with leaders across the business to strengthen financial decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and is committed to improving processes while upholding internal controls and company standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day general ledger activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and driving accurate monthly and annual close cycles.

• Produce recurring financial statements, management reports, and detailed supporting schedules to ensure leadership has reliable financial information.

• Complete reconciliations across key accounts such as cash, inventory, accruals, prepaids, sales, cost of sales, and balance sheet accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly.

• Evaluate operating results against budget and prior periods, research fluctuations, and communicate insights that support business planning.

• Oversee intercompany accounting activity and assist with consolidated reporting requirements to maintain consistency across entities.

• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis by providing accurate data and actionable recommendations.

• Support audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and helping maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements.

• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting workflows, reporting practices, and close procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Participate in system enhancements, implementations, and cross-functional finance projects that impact accounting operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in roles with increasing responsibility.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, including exposure to cost or inventory accounting.

• Strong command of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, month-end close, and audit support.

• Knowledge of internal controls and accounting compliance requirements; CPA certification or active progress toward certification is preferred.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with accounting or ERP platforms.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.