Sr. Accountant

Robert Half • Glendale, WI • 1h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Glendale, Wisconsin. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with monthly close deliverables, and contributing to reliable financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, solid reconciliation skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with audit and reporting teams.

Responsibilities:

Record and review journal entries such as accruals, prepaid expenses, recurring transactions, and other period-end adjustments with appropriate backup documentation.

Execute assigned month-end close tasks in line with reporting deadlines and help ensure timely completion of close activities.

Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and clear outstanding items to maintain accurate account balances.

Perform testing related to internal controls over financial reporting by collecting support, documenting findings, and escalating exceptions when needed.

Provide accounting documentation and analysis to assist with internal and external audit requests.

Contribute to financial statement support activities, including schedules, disclosures, and footnote-related preparation.

Complete bank and general ledger reconciliations and follow through on items requiring resolution.

Handle additional accounting assignments that support the broader finance function as business needs arise. Requirements - Proven experience in month-end close and general ledger accounting.

Strong background in preparing and posting journal entries and account reconciliations.

Hands-on experience with bank reconciliations and investigation of reconciling items.

Familiarity with audit support and internal control testing processes.

Ability to assist with financial statement schedules, disclosures, and related supporting documentation.

Working knowledge of AS400 or comparable accounting systems.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet recurring deadlines.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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