Staff Accountant, Senior

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans•Brookfield, WI

17h•$70,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is an experienced accounting professional, responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, month-end and year-end close processes. The incumbent will have ownership over specific tasks or functions. Assists the Director of Finance and Accounting in managing the accounting function for all affiliated organizations (three subsidiary, and separately incorporated organizations), supports other departments in accounting and budgeting, and assists in non-supervisory coaching/mentoring and training of other staff within the finance and accounting function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; in-progress or completed CPA preferred.
A minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated growth in responsibilities and technical expertise across core accounting functions.
Thorough knowledge of internal controls and audit procedures.
Familiarity with fixed asset accounting and maintenance.
Experience in preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
Demonstrated proficiency using CRM and Accounting Systems is required.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
Effective communication (written, verbal, and interpersonal) skills.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and diverse personalities exhibiting tact, maturity, and flexibility.
Ability to establish professional credibility with outside departments and with the accounting staff.
Proven ability to focus on multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with regularly shifting deadlines.
Exhibit exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with adeptness in prioritizing tasks effectively.
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis.
Showcase excellent analytical and problem-solving skills supported by sound reasoning and judgment.
Proven ability to apply a proactive approach to identifying process improvements and implementing solutions.
Capable of both independent work and collaboration within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
Experience with intercompany accounting is preferred.
Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Great Plains is helpful, but not required.
Experience with Smartsheet preferred; however, will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Preparation and review of monthly closing journal entries, financial statements, account reconciliations and variance analysis for all companies
Maintaining internal controls to preserve the integrity of financial assets
Preparation of schedules and supporting information for annual audits and tax returns
Assisting with annual budget preparation, monthly variance analysis and projections
Compiling management financial reports for leadership and board of directors
Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
Improving operational efficiencies and making recommendations
Researching accounting matters and making recommendations
Providing workload/task direction and technical oversight of the work of less-experienced accountants
Redesigning, updating and maintaining general ledger and monthly reporting schedules
May be assigned other departmental or functional responsibilities, commensurate with a senior-level accounting professional. Additional duties may be assigned to maintain workload and continuity in the finance and accounting function and may include: assisting with processing accounts payable/payments, reviewing of credit card and expense reports, accounts receivable, software/platform updates, and automation of accounting processes.