Senior Staff Accountant; On-site

Ziegler Companies is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with full‑cycle accounting and will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and preparing reports. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and efficiency across all accounting functions.

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare general ledger entries and document business transactions for Ziegler and/or related entities.
• Apply strong understanding of GAAP and other accounting standards, accounting for complex transactions such as deferred revenue, LIFO inventory valuation, lease accounting, interest rate swap accounting, capitalizing versus expensing, and prepaid assets.
• Maintain knowledge of software applications to ensure efficient accounting systems.
• Ensure lease accounting compliance under ASC 842, including new leases, modifications, and terminations.
• Ensure revenue accounting compliance under ASC 606.
• Oversee intercompany eliminations.
• Drive improvement of financial reporting processes.
• Determine and post monthly accruals.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and internal control procedures.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting documents such as income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close.
• Reconcile various balance‑sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 5+ years of related work experience.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Strong analytical/critical thinking skills.
• Self‑starter with ability to prioritize tasks.
• Effective communication skills.

• Attention to detail.
• Commitment/Dependability.
• Integrity.
• Problem solving.
• Efficiency.

• Competitive pay range: $64,400.00 to $77,250.00 (starting wage dependent on skills, experience, education, and location; may vary by 10% based on location).
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in first year, accrual starts day 1.
• 9 paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Ziegler contributes up to $1,000 tax‑free each year.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave.
• Fitness membership discount.
• Education assistance and training.

Ziegler Inc. we’re committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.