Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join a Contract assignment supporting a manufacturing organization in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can step into a fast-moving environment, help strengthen day-to-day financial operations, and contribute to improved accuracy across core accounting processes. The position offers broad exposure to operational accounting activities, close collaboration with internal stakeholders, and the possibility of extending beyond the initial engagement based on business needs.

Responsibilities:
• Perform account and bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Support monthly close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and assisting with closing schedules.
• Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, payment coordination, and check issuance.
• Assist with payroll-related administration by gathering, verifying, and organizing employee time and attendance information.
• Provide day-to-day accounting support across multiple functions to help stabilize and improve financial operations.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and ensure transactions are recorded completely and accurately.
• Work within the company’s Microsoft Dynamics-based system to enter, review, and manage financial data.
• Partner with leadership and on-site team members to identify issues, support corrective actions, and improve accounting workflows.• Demonstrated experience in senior-level accounting or similar hands-on accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
• Proven ability to complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances independently.
• Experience supporting accounts payable and routine transactional accounting processes.
• Proficiency in Excel, including data analysis, pivots, and spreadsheet organization.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or other Microsoft Dynamics environments.
• Ability to work fully on site in Waukesha, Wisconsin for the duration of the Contract assignment.
• Exposure to manufacturing accounting, job costing, or broader controllership support is helpful but not required.