Accountant Appleton, WI

Accountant

We are looking for an accountant to join a healthcare organization in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, where you will contribute to core accounting activities and help maintain accurate financial operations. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist with at least 3 years of experience who wants to strengthen technical skills in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. The role offers exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, close activities, and cross-functional teamwork supporting multiple areas of the business.

Responsibilities:

• Create monthly financial statements along with detailed supporting schedules to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Record and post journal entries in the general ledger while maintaining strong documentation standards.
• Perform daily cash balancing and reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts to identify and resolve variances.
• Examine transaction activity, research unusual items, and follow through on discrepancy resolution.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close efforts by preparing entries, schedules, and related accounting support.
• Assemble audit work papers and organize backup documentation for internal and external review processes.
• Assist with reporting needs for assigned business units and provide accounting support to broader finance operations.
• Help improve accounting procedures by identifying efficiencies and supporting process enhancement initiatives.
• Maintain complete, organized, and accurate accounting records in accordance with internal policies and accounting standards.
• Partner with accounting and finance colleagues across the organization to support ongoing operational and reporting needs.