Accounting Analyst

Timothy Jon & Associates; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance firm is seeking a highly motivated Accounting Analyst to join their finance team in Milwaukee. The role involves handling strategic customer accounts and performing a range of accounting functions, including accounts payable and financial reporting. Candidates should have a background in accounting, preferably with experience in the construction industry, and strong skills in Excel.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience across multiple areas of accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Analyst to join our client's expanding finance team. This role will focus on strategic customer accounts and be responsible for a broad range of accounting functions, including accounts payable, financial reporting, data analysis, and month-end close processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in transactional accounting (A/P, Fixed Assets, Financial Close) and experience supporting construction-related projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately process and verify purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports.

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies.

• Maintain well-organized and accurate accounts payable records.

• Confirm timely and accurate payments to vendors.

• Oversee vendor communications and respond to inquiries professionally.

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining AP policies and procedures.

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Formulate and analyze various financial reports.

• Perform regular bank reconciliations.

• Uphold confidentiality and integrity of financial data.

• Provide responsive support to internal teams and external customers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (preferred).

• At least 3 years of experience across multiple areas of accounting.

• Expertise with accounting systems and ERP platforms (e.g., Yardi).

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Solid understanding of GAAP.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in construction industry accounting.

• Deep understanding of transactional accounting processes.

• Strong adherence to standard operating procedures.

• Experience interpreting and preparing financial statements.