General Ledger & Financial Reporting Accountant

The Scharine Group Inc.
  • Whitewater, WI
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    General Ledger & Financial Reporting Accountant

    Based in Whitewater, WI, you’ll be the go-to steward of accurate numbers and clean closes. If you love turning data into precise financials and collaborating across teams to make processes better, this role was made for you.

    A day in the life

    • Own month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring timelines are met and entries are accurate.
    • Prepare clear, timely financial statements and internal management reports.
    • Reconcile bank accounts and key general ledger balances with a keen eye for detail.
    • Gather, analyze, and interpret financial data to support decision-making.
    • Prepare, file, and remit monthly sales and use tax returns.
    • Maintain compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
    • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles with reliable inputs and variance insights.
    • Assist with audits by assembling documentation and responding to requests.
    • Partner with operations and other departments to improve and streamline accounting processes.

    What you bring

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
    • 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience.
    • Background in manufacturing or construction environments is preferred.
    • Comfort with accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills; Sage 100 experience is a plus.
    • Analytical mindset and practical problem-solving ability.
    • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational habits.
    • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
    • Clear, professional communication skills—both written and verbal.

    If financial accuracy motivates you and you thrive in a collaborative setting, we’d love to hear from you.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWhitewater, WI

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Financial Analysisunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Statementsunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Developmentunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Sales Taxunmatched
    • Tax Returnsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Use Taxunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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