Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager (43231) Our client is an organization in the Waukesha area looking for an Accounting Manager . Our client is seeking a technically strong accounting professional to oversee financial reporting, enhance accounting processes, and support complex multi-entity accounting and tax activities. This position offers the opportunity to improve month-end procedures, strengthen financial reviews, and work with a variety of business and ownership structures. The ideal candidate is analytical, motivated, and eager to take on new challenges while continuing to develop their technical expertise and leadership capabilities. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee accounting activities and financial reporting for multiple business entities. Evaluate existing month-end close procedures and implement improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness. Review financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy. Strengthen financial review processes and establish consistent accounting practices across entities. Manage complex accounting activities involving multiple legal entities and varying ownership arrangements. Support tax compliance and reporting activities for entities with different organizational and equity structures. Prepare or review consolidated financial information, including intercompany transactions and elimination entries. Evaluate accounting treatment for transactions involving multiple entities, ownership interests, and equity allocations. Collaborate with external tax advisors and accounting professionals to ensure accurate financial and tax reporting. Review general ledger activity, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations. Research and resolve technical accounting issues related to entity structures, financial reporting, and transactions. Assist with financial reporting requirements for real estate or property-related business activities. Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting processes. Provide guidance and support to accounting team members while promoting consistency and accountability. Partner with leadership to evaluate financial information and address complex accounting matters. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial statements, tax matters, and reporting requirements. Support year-end accounting activities, tax preparation, and audit-related requests. Assist with special projects involving entity structures, accounting improvements, and financial reporting initiatives. Take on additional responsibilities as the organization evolves and opportunities for professional growth arise. The Accounting Manager will possess the following: EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred. CPA designation required. 5+ years of progressive accounting or tax experience, with 7+ years preferred. Experience working with multiple legal entities and complex organizational structures required. Strong understanding of accounting or tax considerations involving different ownership and equity arrangements. Experience with multi-entity financial reporting, consolidations, intercompany transactions, or entity-level tax compliance. Background in property management, real estate accounting, or related entity structures preferred. Strong technical accounting or tax knowledge with the ability to research and resolve complex issues. Experience managing or improving month-end close procedures and financial review processes preferred. Previous accounting management or supervisory experience highly preferred but not required. Candidates with strong technical experience and demonstrated leadership potential will be considered. Public accounting or tax experience with exposure to complex multi-entity structures is highly valued. Candidates with a strong tax background and limited corporate accounting experience may be considered. Candidates with extensive multi-entity consolidation experience and limited tax exposure may also be considered. Understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, and general ledger accounting preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Experience identifying process inefficiencies and implementing improvements to accounting procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting or financial reporting systems. Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with leadership, accounting professionals, and external advisors. Highly organized and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple entities, deadlines, and priorities. Self-motivated and intellectually curious with a strong desire to expand technical knowledge and professional responsibilities. Willingness to take initiative, challenge existing processes, and contribute to continuous improvement. Equal Opportunity Employer The compensation philosophy reflects the Company's reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience level, and overall qualifications. This role may also be eligible to participate in company-sponsored benefits, subject to the rules governing those programs.