Milwaukee Succeeds is hiring: Accounting Specialist in Milwaukee

Vaco is partnering with an organization in the Milwaukee area to add a motivated Staff Accountant to the team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance who enjoys variety in their daily work and wants to develop further in accounting operations.

Key areas of responsibility

• Supporting daily accounting activities and performing quality checks on peer work
• Handling adjustments related to inventory and analyzing related variances
• Preparing and posting journal entries and assisting with monthly close processes
• Reconciling general ledger accounts, including cash and accrual-related entries
• Assisting with annual audits and compliance requirements
• Helping with year-end reporting tasks, such as preparing 1099s
• Working closely with the accounting supervisor on special projects and daily workflows
• Verifying invoice details against supporting documents and ensuring accurate coding by location, department, and expense category
• Entering vendor invoices into the financial system

Preferred tools & skills

• Strong Excel and general Microsoft Office proficiency
• Prior experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

Determining compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.