Accountant

 
Accountant Job in Milwaukee, OH:
Direct Hire Salary Range: $75-95,000

We are seeking a detail oriented Accountant to manage the day to day accounting functions of a growing organization. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, working extensively in QuickBooks and Excel, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the integrity of the general ledger. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, and overall accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities of the Accountant Job in Milwaukee, OH:
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger using QuickBooks
• Record daily financial transactions and journal entries
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all accounting records
• Maintain supporting schedules and accounting documentation
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and other balance sheet accounts
• Review and resolve discrepancies in financial records
• Assist with month end, quarter end, and year end closing activities
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Generate recurring management reports using Excel and accounting software
• Analyze financial data and identify variances or trends
• Maintain detailed spreadsheets for account analysis and reporting
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities through data collection and reporting
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
• Process vendor invoices and payments
• Monitor accounts receivable and assist with collections when necessary
• Reconcile vendor and customer accounts
• Maintain organized electronic records for all accounting transactions
Tax & Compliance Support
• Prepare supporting schedules for tax filings and external accountants
• Assist with annual audits and financial reviews
• Maintain compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Support 1099 preparation and reporting requirements
Record Keeping & Documentation
• Maintain accurate accounting files and financial records
• Ensure all supporting documentation is organized and audit ready
• Develop and improve accounting processes and spreadsheet tracking tools

Qualifications of the Accountant Job in Milwaukee, OH:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting schedules
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
The ideal candidate will be:
• Highly skilled in QuickBooks and Excel
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Enjoys working with spreadsheets, reconciliations, and detailed financial data
• Self motivated, dependable, and organized
• Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Takes ownership of maintaining clean, accurate, and reliable financial records


Benefit Offerings:
Our client’s goal is to provide a benefits package that gives you peace of mind, helps you stay healthy, and supports you at every stage of your career. Their offerings include medical, vision, dental, 401K with match, and a competitive paid time off schedule aligned with the Milwaukee market.

 

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