Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to join our manufacturing team in Wisconsin. This role will oversee core accounting activities for the facility, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain efficient day-to-day operations across payables, payroll, and inventory. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and works well with both finance and plant personnel.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the monthly accounting close for the facility and prepare accurate financial reports within established deadlines.
• Monitor and record inventory activity, evaluate variances, and partner with plant staff to understand trends and operational results.
• Administer weekly payroll through an external payroll service provider and help ensure timely, accurate processing.
• Coordinate the accounts payable cycle by reviewing supplier invoices, validating supporting documentation, and confirming approvals before payment.
• Enter authorized invoices into the company accounting system and complete scheduled check runs for designated operations.
• Contribute to year-end closing activities and provide support during the annual review with external accounting advisors.
• Perform a range of general accounting tasks, including reconciliations, cash application, fixed asset tracking, journal entries, and pricing updates.
• Assist the Accounting Manager and broader finance team with ad hoc assignments, reporting needs, and special projects as business needs evolve.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience; experience level may support consideration at either the Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant level.
• Solid understanding of general ledger activity, month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Strong Excel capabilities, including the use of pivot tables, lookup functions, and report formatting.
• Experience with payroll platforms and accounting systems is preferred.
• Manufacturing accounting experience, including exposure to inventory or cost accounting, is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently, maintain accuracy, and follow assignments through to completion.
• Willingness to work onsite in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, with limited travel and occasional ability to lift up to 50 pounds.