Staff Accountant
Mukwonago, WI • Full-time
About the role
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, with an emphasis on accurate transaction processing, timely month-end close support, account reconciliations, and maintenance of key accounting schedules. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoices, coding, approvals, payment preparation, and related documentation.
- Process accounts receivable transactions, including customer invoicing, cash application, account follow-up, and related recordkeeping.
- Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with company policies and accounting procedures.
- Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals, adjusting entries, and other closing entries as needed.
- Perform general ledger, bank, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses and prepare related monthly amortization entries.
- Maintain schedules for capital expenditure projects, including tracking project spending, supporting documentation, and capitalization activity.
- Perform basic customer and vendor maintenance, including setup, updates, and review of required documentation.
- Assist with annual 1099 tax processing, including vendor review, reporting preparation, and compliance support.
- Support audit requests by preparing schedules, documentation, and account support as needed.
- Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments to resolve accounting questions, discrepancies, or missing information.
- Assist with accounting process improvements and help maintain strong internal controls.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of three years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum of an associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, month-end close processes, and reconciliations.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, account analysis, and financial recordkeeping.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Sage ERP or a similar enterprise resource planning system.
- Prior experience supporting manufacturing cost accounting, inventory-related accounting, or fixed asset processes.
Position Expectations
The Staff Accountant is expected to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism, follow established accounting procedures, and contribute to the overall accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Time-off & Holidays
- 401K Match
- Life & Disability Insurance
About Us
We are a family-owned company with headquarters located in Mukwonago, Wisconsin. We continue to grow and currently have manufacturing locations in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, and Kings Mountain, North Carolina. Each of our facilities lives and breathes the BADGER COLOR USA core values: putting people first, acting boldly, and celebrating what we can do together as a team.
At BADGER COLOR USA, we formulate, manufacture, and market custom concentrate and liquid color solutions for the plastic industry. Our products assist with daily life routines—from the shampoo bottle you used this morning to the cutting board you made dinner with.