Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Accountant

Milwaukee, WI

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, the War Memorial Center is one of Milwaukee’s most iconic nonprofit institutions. Designed by world-renowned architect Eero Saarinen, the Center serves as both a living memorial honoring those who served our country and a vibrant community hub for cultural, civic, and educational events. As a nonprofit organization, the War Memorial Center is committed to stewardship, service, and operational excellence, ensuring its mission and historic facility continue to serve the community for generations to come.

The War Memorial Center is seeking an experienced Accountant to serve as a key contributor in a small, collaborative nonprofit environment. This on-site role is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial functions, payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and select operational responsibilities. The Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and sound financial management across the organization, supporting an annual operating budget of approximately $2.3 million.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys owning the full accounting cycle while contributing to the broader operations of a mission-driven organization.

• Manage and process all accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP, including accounts payable/receivable, cash activity, and general ledger entries
• Maintain accurate accounting records, schedules, depreciation logs, and fixed asset tracking
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, ACH activity, and statements of financial position
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, cost reports, and statistical reports
• Monitor, analyze, and forecast operating results; prepare monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses
• Prepare sales and use tax filings, census reports, and other required financial documentation
• Prepare 1099-NEC forms, Form 1096, and audit schedules
• Ensure timely filing of required corporate documents and maintain PCI compliance
• Maintain and adhere to the organization’s Financial Policies and Procedures Manual
• Communicate financial insights and organizational financial status to leadership as needed

• Process payroll accurately and on time, including review of hours, wages, deductions, taxes, and with holdings
• Maintain payroll records, PTO tracking, and payroll-related reporting
• Coordinate with payroll vendors to ensure timely tax payments and filings
• Support employee onboarding and offboarding, benefits enrollment and changes, and required employee notices

• Manage automated parking operations and prepare monthly reports
• Review vendor service reports and evaluate parking procedures
• Promote and administer daily and monthly parking programs

• Coordinate telephone systems, IT vendors, and computer network support
• Oversee acquisition, installation, and maintenance of office equipment and technology

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with five (5) or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft 365 tools, including SharePoint, One Drive, Word, Outlook, Publisher, Access, and advanced Excel skills
• Experience with Sage 50 Accounting and ADP Payroll is a plus
• Strong data management, analysis, and financial reporting skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities independently
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, discretion, and confidentiality
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Team-oriented and comfortable working in a small-office, collaborative environment
• Knowledge of employee benefit plans

• Be part of a respected nonprofit with a meaningful mission and community impact
• Work in a historic and architecturally significant landmark
• Enjoy a broad, hands-on role with visibility and influence across the organization
• Collaborate with a dedicated, close-knit team committed to excellence and service