Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to join a team in the Jackson, WI area in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can take ownership of core accounting activities, support accurate financial reporting, and contribute across day-to-day transactional and month-end functions. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, managing priorities with precision, and using accounting systems and Excel to keep financial operations organized and on schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Support the month-end close process by reviewing general ledger activity and ensuring transactions are recorded correctly.
• Process check payments and verify coding accuracy so expenses and other financial items are assigned to the appropriate accounts.
• Gather employee time information and coordinate payroll submission with the external payroll provider.
• Track and manage cost allocations tied to projects or jobs, adding insight into spending and profitability where applicable.
• Work within Microsoft Dynamics 365, Great Plains, or related accounting platforms to maintain financial data and reporting integrity.
• Use Excel, including pivot tables, to analyze financial information and prepare schedules or supporting documentation as needed.