Staff Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Wisconsin.

📋 Description

• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Assist the Senior Accountant and the Accounting team in daily operations by collaborating with personnel both within and outside the organization to ensure accurate accounting transaction handling

• Prepare journal entries and conduct all assigned account reconciliations and analyses

• Input journal entries and reconcile both the general ledger and subledger

• Manage bank transactions and reconciliations, as well as reconcile payroll, intercompany accounts, expense reimbursements, accounts payable/accruals, and fixed assets

• Investigate discrepancies and errors in financial entries, documents, and reports

• Implement revenue recognition methods as part of the monthly closing process

• Engage in enhancing internal controls, policies, procedures, and documentation

• Assist in periodic and annual audits

• Aid in the preparation of personal property tax returns, business license fees, and census reporting

• Thrive in a team environment while effectively managing tight deadlines

⛳️ Requirements

• A BS/BA degree in accounting, finance, or business is required; CPA is a plus

• Over 2 years of accounting experience in a dynamic growth setting

• Proficient knowledge of GAAP is mandatory

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions is advantageous

• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) is preferred

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel is essential, including skills in pivot tables and VLOOKUP

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and curious mindset

• Proven ability to meet monthly closing and project deadlines

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and accountability

• Eagerness to take on increasing responsibilities

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k)

• Personal time off

• Paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement