Accountant

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for performing accounting functions related to, but not limited to, month-end close, account reconciliations, fixed assets, monthly financial analysis, and additional financial support. This position also participates in the year-end audit preparation and the annual budget process. RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL: Implements strategies to achieve the goals for the organization and accounting functions. Implements, revises, and sustains policies, procedures and programs. Typically works on projects and initiatives that span 3 – 12 months.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minimum of 1 year of experience
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) and best business practices.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Familiar with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) preferred but not required.
Prior experience with fixed assets and integrated accounting systems preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare, record, and review monthly journal entries to ensure they are proper, accurate and adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset lifecycle activity, depreciation, and related forecasting and budgeting. Maintain lease accounting records and prepare related entries, budgets, and schedules.
Prepare monthly variance analysis for assigned areas of responsibility.
Prepare account reconciliations and reviews to ensure the accuracy and proper classification of account balances.
Provide financial support to Financial Compliance Manager as assigned or requested. This may include but is not limited to: preparation of monthly cost reimbursement invoices, reviewing for accuracy and compliance with funding agency requirements; assistance with grant requests and funding source audits, preparation of government census surveys, special projects, etc. [10%]
Communicate, orally and in writing, with customers, co-workers, and management regarding financial and non-financial data.
Participate in annual budget process.
Participate in year-end audit preparation. Project and Change Management: Effectively plans and manages own work to reliably complete routine job responsibilities and special assignments. May serve as a team member or subject matter expert on formal projects or within the department. Effectively engages in change affecting her/him, communicating appropriately with supervisor. Follows through on learning, skill building, and practice necessary to adapt to change.
Problem Solving: Light supervision; works independently. Periodic review of work by manager or senior coworker. Solves problems of moderate to advanced complexity; able to identify root cause, interpret data and resolve issues.
Technical Skill: Understands and applies professional principles and skills within area of specialization to modify processes to resolve situations.
Community Engagement: Champions Goodwill’s community engagement initiatives and serves as an ambassador for Goodwill in the wider community.
Responsible for completing other duties/responsibilities as assigned.