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Operational Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$74,183 / year median in Wisconsin
-3% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking an Operational Accountant to join our finance team, supporting key operational and fleet functions across the business. This is a highly visible role where you'll work closely with operational leaders, providing financial insight, performance analysis, and commercial support to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. This opportunity would suit a qualified, part-qualified, or qualified-by-experience accountant who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, analysing performance, and influencing business outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare weekly and monthly fleet profit and loss accounts, including detailed commentary and variance analysis. Produce regular fleet performance reports to support operational decision-making and financial control. Develop and enhance fleet, asset, and Repair & Maintenance (R&M) reporting, providing meaningful insights to the wider business. Reconcile fleet assets across multiple systems and support asset lifecycle management, including renewals and disposals. Deliver financial analysis and business cases to support strategic decisions relating to fleet operations and investment. Manage nominal ledger activities, including journals, accruals, cross-charges, and period-end reconciliations. Provide detailed performance analysis and trend reporting, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Present financial and KPI performance results to operational and senior management teams. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and summaries, highlighting risks, opportunities, and key areas of focus. Ensure strong financial governance and controls are maintained across fleet operations. Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes in collaboration with operational stakeholders and senior leadership. Support audit activities and act as a key contact during internal and external audit reviews. Work closely with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial reporting processes and management information.