Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant (or Senior) to join a growing finance team in Germantown, Wisconsin. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close cycle, and helping the organization meet reporting and compliance expectations within a public-company environment. The role offers strong visibility to leadership and an opportunity to expand into broader accounting responsibilities over time.

For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you.  God Bless.

Responsibilities:

• Record journal entries and maintain supporting schedules to ensure complete and accurate general ledger activity.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts each month, research discrepancies, and clear outstanding items promptly.

• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes by preparing accruals, reviewing transactions, and validating expense treatment.

• Assist in producing financial statements and management reports by compiling data and analyzing account activity.

• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, confirm coding and approvals, and process accounts payable transactions on schedule.

• Investigate invoice and payment issues by coordinating with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve mismatches or open items.

• Maintain vendor records, accounts payable documentation, and aging reports in line with company policies and control requirements.

• Provide audit support by organizing requested documentation, explaining account activity, and assisting with compliance-related testing.

• Help uphold internal control standards and corporate accounting policies, including support for documentation, audit readiness, and process compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting, controlling, or site-level finance roles.
• Working knowledge of financial close procedures, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal control practices.
• Experience supporting compliance activities such as control documentation, implementation, or audit coordination is preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Sage, Oracle, or comparable platforms.
• Hands-on ability in journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, or public accounting audit environments is advantageous.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA eligibility is a plus.