Accountant II

Accountant II

WAGO is seeking a reliable and versatile Accountant II to manage the day-to-day accounting operations for both our U.S. and Canadian entities. In this dynamic role, you will combine traditional accounting responsibilities like journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting with compliance, payroll auditing, tax filings, budget support, and internal controls. Because this position also serves as a critical backup to the Accounting Manager, we are looking for a professional with a high level of reliability and the cross-functional knowledge needed to step up when called upon.

WAGO offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid insurance plans-life, AD&D, short-term disability and long-term disability, and a retirement 401k plan.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–3 years of financial accounting experience; manufacturing environment preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP or similar ERP systems
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, Canadian accounting standards, tax regulations, and payroll principles
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare journal entries, GL reconciliations, and financial statements for multiple business units
• Manage banking activities for Canada and provide backup for U.S. operations
• Maintain fixed assets and conduct bank reconciliations for corporate accounts
• Review freight/duty rates for intercompany shipments and monitor budget variances
• Assist with annual budget development, financial estimates, and external audits
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Sales Tax and Canadian GST/HST filings
• Audit payroll activities, calculate fringe benefits, and manage 401(k) deposits
• Prepare confidential journal entries and support policy development for accounting and internal controls
• Serve as backup to the Accounting Manager as needed

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Additional job-related duties may be assigned as required.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.