Accountant II - Hybrid

Traffic and Parking Control Co•Milwaukee, WI

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today! What TAPCO has to offer you 10 Paid Holidays Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one) Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one) Company-Funded Short-Term Disability Health, Vision, and Dental insurance Quarterly Company Events and Lunches Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee What you will accomplish as an Accountant II at TAPCO: The Accountant II performs accounting activities that support accurate financial statements and informed business decision-making. This role applies professional accounting judgment to ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements. This position independently supports month-end activities and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department. This position reports directly to the Controller and works collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable financial information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
2 to 3 years of progressive accounting experience with responsibility for general ledger accounting, complex reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close in accordance with GAAP.
Hands-on experience with sales and use tax filings, fixed asset accounting (capitalization, depreciation, disposals), and reconciliation to the general ledger.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to exercise professional judgment and work independently with minimal supervision.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, process efficiency, and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Financial close participation in key components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Accounting Operations including processing of journal entries, vouchers, and ledger updates.
Reconciles general ledger accounts and analyzes balances to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.
Prepares and maintains financial reports, providing analysis to support management decision-making.
Performs bank and account reconciliations, investigates variances, and ensures timely resolution of discrepancies.
Maintains fixed asset records, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliation to the general ledger.
Compliance and Audit ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and assisting with internal/external audits.
Assists with departmental organization and workflow management, contributing to process improvements, documentation, and internal controls.
Participates in the development, implementation, and documentation of accounting policies and procedures, including expense reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.