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Robert Half
Bookkeeper
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What they do
A Bookkeeper keeps records of accounts and manages day to day financial recordkeeping. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. May be supervised by an accountant. Provides information for financial statements and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$45,080 / year median in Wisconsin
-12% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a steel construction company in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, on a Long-term Contract basis. This onsite role will provide accounting support for multiple European entities and work closely with the Global Controller to help maintain accurate financial records. The position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities in a fast-paced environment and can handle transactions that require careful review and interpretation.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily bookkeeping activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger balancing for assigned entities.
- Record vendor information and financial transactions accurately in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central for four European business units.
- Review and process invoices and service-related entries, applying extra attention to documents that require translation or interpretation.
- Monitor receivable balances and aging reports, ensuring payments and postings are current and properly matched.
- Reconcile corporate card activity to supporting invoices, receipts, and system records to maintain accurate reporting.
- Contribute to month-end accounting tasks by preparing reconciliations and supporting close activities.
- Assist with accounting-related updates connected to newly established European operations within Business Central environments.
- Partner with internal accounting leadership to help support departmental capacity and continued business growth.