Senior​/Staff Accountant

Location: Random Lake

Description

Our client in Sheboygan County is searching for a results-driven Senior Staff Accountant (or Finance/Accounting Manager) to oversee critical accounting operations and ensure precise financial records. This influential role requires a hands-on professional with advanced technical knowledge, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to provide guidance to junior finance staff while working independently.

For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at  or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you.  God Bless.

Main Responsibilities:

+ Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close, meeting established deadlines and requirements.

+ Manage the preparation, analysis, and posting of complex accounting entries, including managing accruals and estimates.

+ Reconcile financial statements and investigate any discrepancies on the balance sheet or profit and loss reports.

+ Review and confirm the accuracy of production data such as bill of materials, labor standards, and workflow routings.

+ Guarantee that all financial reports meet industry standards and internal policies, such as GAAP or IFRS.

+ Conduct analyses of results and variances, preparing concise management summaries.

+ Uphold the accuracy of the general ledger by ensuring consistent and precise transaction recording.

+ Research and interpret accounting regulations for complicated transactions, including fixed assets, leases, revenue, and stock compensation.

+ Draft technical documents and memos for significant or unusual business transactions.

+ Assist in adopting new accounting policies and procedures.

+ Maintain compliance with financial internal controls, SOX requirements (if relevant), and corporate accounting procedures.

+ Identify opportunities for control improvements and propose effective process enhancements.

+ Develop and update accounting and financial procedures documentation.

+ Serve as the main liaison for both internal and external audit processes, preparing requested reports and resolving inquiries.

+ Support budget planning and forecasting activities and provide meaningful variance analyses to management.

+ Participate in the implementation or upgrade of accounting or ERP software systems.

+ Find opportunities to automate repetitive accounting tasks to increase team efficiency.

+ Build and manage sophisticated Excel reports and tools for ongoing accounting needs.

+ Take on any other responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

Desired

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent education/experience.

+ More than five years of progressive experience within accounting or finance departments.

+ At least 2-3 years' hands-on experience with updating and maintaining bill of materials (BOMs).

+ Ability to understand, interpret, and clearly communicate financial information in English.

+ Strong analytical thinking complemented by exceptional attention to detail.

+ Excellent organizational skills with the flexibility to shift priorities according to business requirements.

+ Demonstrated proactive approach to resolving challenges with urgency.

+ Deep understanding of GAAP and financial reporting practices.

+ Proven skills in performing monthly and year-end closes, reconciliations, and preparing standard financial statements.

+ Experienced in using leading ERP platforms (such as Net Suite, Oracle, SAP, Workday, or Microsoft Dynamics).

+ Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and ideally Power Query.

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