Accounting Analyst

lmcorrugatedcontainer; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Employee referral bonus

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

L&M Corrugated Container is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support our accounting operations, with a focus on accounts receivable alongside broader accounting analysis and reporting responsibilities.

This role blends AR duties (about 30%) with general accounting analysis, journal entries, month-end close support, and financial reporting in a growing, family-owned manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP system experience a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including comfort following up with customers.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations with a blend of accounts receivable work and general accounting analysis.
• Accounts Receivable: apply incoming cash, reconcile customer accounts, generate invoices, monitor aging, resolve discrepancies.
• Accounting Analyst: post journal entries, reconcile accounts, support month-end close, analyze data, prepare management reports.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Maintain GL records and internal controls, support audits and process improvements.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure accurate financial data.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Accounting Analyst

Full-Time | On-Site

Support Accounts Receivable and Core Accounting Operations for a Growing Manufacturing Company

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and looking to build your career in a role that touches every part of the business?

L&M Corrugated Container is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support our accounting operations, with a focus on accounts receivable alongside broader accounting analysis and reporting responsibilities.

This role combines approximately 30% accounts receivable duties — including invoicing, collections support, and cash application — with traditional accounting analyst responsibilities such as reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close support, and financial reporting.

If you enjoy variety, problem-solving with numbers, and being part of a close-knit, growing, family-owned team, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working at L&M

• Variety of Meaningful Accounting Work
• Direct Exposure to Company Financial Operations
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Advancement Opportunities
• Growing Family-Owned Company with a Team-Oriented Culture

What You'll Do

As the Accounting Analyst, you’ll support day-to-day accounting operations with a blend of accounts receivable work and general accounting analysis.

Accounts Receivable (approximately 30% of role):

• Apply incoming cash receipts and reconcile customer accounts
• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on time
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due balances
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies and customer disputes
• Support credit memo processing and customer account maintenance

Accounting Analyst (approximately 70% of role):

• Prepare and post journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports for management
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation
• Support internal controls, audit requests, and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data
• Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP system experience a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills, including comfort following up with customers
• Manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or business-to-business industry experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required

Build a Career with L&M

At L&M Corrugated Container, our accounting team plays a critical role in keeping the business running smoothly. This position offers the opportunity to build a broad accounting skill set while directly supporting customer relationships and company cash flow.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your accounting career while making a meaningful impact in a stable, family-owned manufacturing company, we’d love to hear from you.