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Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager (Contract, Potential Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Waupun, WI (Onsite strongly preferred; will consider candidates needing 1 day/week remote flexibility)

Compensation: $40–$50/hour Schedule: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (occasional evening work for school board meetings) Commitment: 120-day contract, potential to convert to temp-to-hire

About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager to provide interim accounting support for an educational services organization. This role will report directly to the Controller and will work closely with district staff to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth monthly accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

Own full-cycle monthly accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
Prepare accurate financial statements and reports for internal leadership and school board presentations.
Manage reporting through the Skyward ERP system.
Support accounts payable, payroll, and grant reporting as needed.
Ensure compliance with budget requirements and financial best practices.
Collaborate with district staff and leadership, maintaining a high level of independence and accountability.

Must-Have Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency with Skyward ERP (required).
Senior Accountant or higher-level accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of journal entries, month-end close, and financial statement preparation.
Familiarity with budgeting processes.
Advanced Excel skills and ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

Preferred Traits

Confident and independent, able to handle responsibilities without extensive guidance.
Comfortable presenting financials in a school board or public setting.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Employment Details

Type: Temporary (with potential to extend or convert)
Reports to: Controller
Direct Reports: None
Environment: Business casual, professional office setting
Benefits (if converted): Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) available

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