Accountant - Professional II

Fiserv • Milwaukee, WI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Calling all innovators – find your future at Fiserv. We’re Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day – quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we’re involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv. Job Title Accountant - Professional II About your role: As an Accountant - Professional II at Fiserv, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial processes. Leveraging your analytical skills and attention to detail, you will prepare and post journal entries, prepare account reconciliations, and assist in the monthly financial close. Your contributions will support our commitment to compliance with GAAP and enhance our operational efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, positively impacting financial reporting and decision-making within our dynamic organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education, related experience and/or military experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and basic macros) to analyze and reconcile financial data.
• Experience with accounting principles, including GAAP

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of accounting experience in a corporate, public accounting, or similar financial environment or equivalent combination of education, related experience and/or military experience.
• Experience preparing journal entries, performing general ledger account reconciliations, and supporting a monthly financial close process
• Accounting experience using SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems
• Experience with process improvement, standardization, and documentation of accounting procedures
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships, influence decision-making, and present financial information to non-financial audiences

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly financial close process, including preparing journal entries for posting to the general ledger along with monthly general ledger account reconciliations
• Analyze, verify, and record financial transactions in an accurate and timely manner
• Prepare reporting and analysis to support understanding of assigned balance sheet accounts and to aid in business unit processes
• Maintain documentation of all relevant processes and procedures as changes occur
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to obtain necessary information, clarify variances, and support compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal accounting policies.
• Support internal and external audit activities and inquiries, including documentation requests and control walkthroughs
• Contribute to process improvements that increase the accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of close and reconciliation activities.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned; responsibilities listed are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified as necessary

Benefits

• Fuel Your Life program to support your physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being.
• Paid holidays and generous time away policies.
• No-cost mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs.
• Living Proof program to recognize your peers’ extra effort with points redeemable for rewards.
• Eight Employee Resource Groups to foster a collaborative culture and expand your network.
• Unparalleled professional growth with training, development, and internal mobility opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options available from day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees