Staff Accountant III

Generac Power Systems • Waukesha, WI • 13h ago

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

In the role of Staff Accountant III working onsite in Waukesha, Wisconsin you will be part of the Accounting GPS team.

Under the direction of the Manager Accounting, the Staff Accountant III provides support for advanced financial functions including creating and posting journal entries, general ledger account reconciliation and analysis, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, fulfilling various internal and external audit requests, and financial reporting and analysis.

Month End Close Responsibilities

Actively participate in month-end closing process by accurately and timely preparing complex account analysis and related journal entries.

Demonstrate ownership of elevated accounting processes including but not limited to: freight, leases, extended warranty amortization, deferred revenue amortization, and intercompany transactions.

Reconcile and understand the intricacies of various advanced general ledger accounts and prepare related supporting schedules.

Analyze OPEX financial statements and provide in-depth account level analysis on month over month and actual to forecast variances.

Project and Non-Close Responsibilities

Assist with implementation or testing of new SAP or OneStream processes.

Interdepartmental collaboration and financial support.

Assist with various internal and external audits.

Create and maintain written processes and procedure documentation.

Focus on accuracy of work product with a drive towards continuous process improvement.

Assist Manager Accounting and Controller with moving Continuous Improvement projects forward.

Oversight of general ledger intern, their workload & provide coaching and instruction as needed.

Ownership of special projects and driving them to completion.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting or Finance

Work Experience

5+ years of related experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Displayed knowledge of advanced accounting acumen.

Ability to consistently demonstrate written and verbal communication of analysis, trends, and accounting treatment to upper management.

Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley, GAAP and FASB.

Goal-oriented and able to meet aggressive deadlines.

Preferred Job Requirements

Certification / License

CPA/CMP Certification

Work Experience

Experience in SAP or similar ERP

Experience in OneStream

Technical experience in public accounting

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Experience in AI Automation related to month end processes.

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.

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