Accounting Analyst

Career finder•Milwaukee, WI

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Accounting Analyst in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position offers a flexible work arrangement (remote/hybrid) with time spent in the Milwaukee office. This position is part of a job family (Associate Analyst, Analyst) where experience will be the determining factor. If you are currently in this Job Family, it will be a lateral move. WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services. As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication. If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related business degree is required. We welcome new graduates
Entry level position where some work experience is preferred but not required

Nice To Haves

Strong analysis, decision making and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks under time constraints in a challanging and fast paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Understand aspects of accounting theory and financial statement classification
Ability to understand and execute financial controls and perform testing
Ability to learn new processes and systems
Document basic processes and procedures in ways easily understood and followed by others
Ability to communicate with internal and external parties in a clear and timely manner
Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
Strong work ethic and an eager willingness to accept and meet challenges
Independent, mature, professional team member who is an analytical thinker with an ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve moderately complex problems

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with financial/accounting controls
Perform closing procedures including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analysis
Collaborate and assist with the preparation of forecasts and budgets
Monitor the integrity of the systems and general ledger transactions
Prepare internal and external financial reports
Ensure compliance with corporate policies, Sarbanes Oxley, and various commission reporting
Provide back up and rotation of responsibilities
Analyze large amounts of data and maintain complex spreadsheets
Utilize various forecasting, reporting and general ledger software
Provide communication related to financial statements, data requests and month end closing processes
Proactively improve processes and business solutions
This position requires working additional hours during certain times of the month