Remote Sr. Accountant
Brookfield, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 53005, USA
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance
The main function of an accountant is to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial activities within an organization. A typical accountant is responsible for analyzing and communicating financial information for clients.
The main function of an accountant is to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial activities within an organization. A typical accountant is responsible for analyzing and communicating financial information for clients.
Job Title:Sr. Accountant
Job Description
The main function of an accountant is to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial activities within an organization. A typical accountant is responsible for analyzing and communicating financial information for clients.
Responsibilities- Review accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports created by staff to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
- Review and approve budgets and periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
- Create recordkeeping and accounting systems.
- 5+ years of financial and/or accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related financial discipline.
Skills & Qualifications
- Primarily billing/accounts receivable experience with a large, complex organization.
- GAAP accounting knowledge or CPA license is a plus.
The work hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM based on the Central Time Zone.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $43.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully remote position.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2025.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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