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Robert Half
Senior 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
Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely reporting, and partnering with leadership to provide meaningful business insight. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to improving processes and supporting organizational growth.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee core general ledger activity, including journal entries, account maintenance, and the integrity of financial data across accounting records.
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to support accurate and complete financial statements.
- Lead critical month-end close activities, including consolidation-related reporting and the preparation of recurring financial packages.
- Prepare and interpret monthly, quarterly, and annual profit and loss and balance sheet analyses for management review.
- Evaluate financial and operational performance, develop internal and external reports, and communicate findings to business leaders.
- Build detailed cash forecasts each month and provide insight into cash flow trends and working capital needs.
- Monitor revenue accounting practices, including deferred revenue activity, to ensure compliance with applicable accounting guidance.
- Coordinate audit preparation for interim and year-end reviews, assemble supporting documentation, and respond to auditor requests.
- Strengthen internal controls and recommend process enhancements that improve reporting efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.
- Provide support on special projects and serve as a backup resource for the Controller when needed. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- At least 3 years of progressive senior-level accounting experience.
- Demonstrated experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, and journal entry preparation.
- Strong background in account reconciliations, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
- Proven ability to perform financial analysis, prepare reports, and support budgeting or forecasting activities.
- Experience working with cash forecasting, cash flow reporting, and revenue recognition concepts.
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP and strong overall systems aptitude.
- Ability to manage deadlines, work independently, and contribute in a highly visible role with cross-functional exposure.