Senior Accountant

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin and play a key role in maintaining accurate, timely financial records. This position supports core accounting operations, delivers meaningful reporting and analysis, and partners with leaders across the business to strengthen financial decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and is committed to improving processes while upholding internal controls and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day general ledger activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and driving accurate monthly and annual close cycles.
• Produce recurring financial statements, management reports, and detailed supporting schedules to ensure leadership has reliable financial information.
• Complete reconciliations across key accounts such as cash, inventory, accruals, prepaids, sales, cost of sales, and balance sheet accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Evaluate operating results against budget and prior periods, research fluctuations, and communicate insights that support business planning.
• Oversee intercompany accounting activity and assist with consolidated reporting requirements to maintain consistency across entities.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis by providing accurate data and actionable recommendations.
• Support audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and helping maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting workflows, reporting practices, and close procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in system enhancements, implementations, and cross-functional finance projects that impact accounting operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in roles with increasing responsibility.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, including exposure to cost or inventory accounting.
• Strong command of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, month-end close, and audit support.
• Knowledge of internal controls and accounting compliance requirements; CPA certification or active progress toward certification is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with accounting or ERP platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.