Accountant

Robert Half is looking for an Accountant for an Oconomowoc, WI area organization. This role will be responsible for maintaining general ledger activity, preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end close, and supporting budgeting and audit activities. The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and capable of working collaboratively across departments to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while helping drive operational efficiency and sound financial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate journal entries and general ledger transactions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and financial statement preparation.
• Analyze financial data and investigate discrepancies to ensure accounting accuracy.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and intercompany transactions.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Prepare sales tax filings and support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate and provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Develop and maintain financial reports for management review.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Partner with operations and department leaders to support business initiatives and financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Manufacturing, distribution, or operations accounting experience is a plus.