Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Accountant with immediate hire and remote work flexibility based in Milwaukee! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to drive financial excellence while enjoying competitive benefits:
- Top Benefits: Comprehensive health/dental/vision, 401(k) with 6% match, 3 weeks PTO + 10 holidays, professional development stipend, and remote flexibility
- Immediate Start: Onboard within 72 hours – no waiting periods
- Growth Opportunity: Clear path to Controller role within 18 months
Our hybrid model combines Milwaukee's vibrant culture with remote flexibility. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and value work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle accounting operations including month-end closes, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes and payroll coordination
- Implement and optimize internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting and forecasting initiatives
- Lead process improvement projects using financial systems (NetSuite, QuickBooks)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public/private sectors
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables) and financial software
- Expert knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance requirements
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with multi-state tax compliance and audit coordination
- Proven ability to manage competing deadlines in high-volume environments