Sr. Accountant Appleton, WI

Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a healthcare organization in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin on a long-term contract basis. This position is responsible for strengthening financial reporting accuracy, supporting core general ledger activities, and helping ensure timely close and compliance processes. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage detailed financial work with minimal supervision while contributing to operational improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Manage general ledger activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries along with the supporting records needed for proper documentation.
• Complete detailed account and bank reconciliations, research variances, and resolve discrepancies to maintain reliable financial data.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by coordinating accounting tasks, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Examine financial results to identify trends, irregular activity, or potential accounting concerns and communicate findings clearly.
• Prepare audit support schedules and address external or internal auditor requests in a timely and organized manner.
• Help reinforce internal control practices by reviewing processes and recommending measures that improve compliance and accuracy.
• Provide financial insights to leadership and support informed decision-making through clear analysis and reporting.
• Participate in accounting-related improvement efforts, including support for the organization's ongoing Workday platform implementation and related initiatives.