Senior Accountant

Clifton Larson Allen  (CLA) Search has been retained by Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SEWRPC) to identify a Sr. Accountant to serve their team. SEWRPC is seeking a mission-aligned Senior Accountant who combines deep payroll expertise with strong general accounting capabilities. The role supports organizational operations through accurate financial management, attention to detail, and alignment with the Commission’s mission: providing trusted, unbiased data and clarity to support regional planning and decision-making.

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• Manage bi‑weekly payroll processing, including benefits, deductions, pay rate changes, and audits to ensure consistent check‑to‑check accuracy.
• Perform core accounting functions across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the general ledger, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and related reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Support employee onboarding by assisting with benefit enrollments and responding to benefits‑related questions.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, controls, efficiency, and accuracy, demonstrating initiative and a continuous‑improvement mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including hands‑on responsibility for general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience supporting month‑end and year‑end close processes with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and improve processes.