Accounting - Senior Accountant, CF

Great Northern Corporation; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Near-site Clinic

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Referral bonuses

Health fitness reimbursement

Employee loan program

Job summary

Great Northern Corporation is hiring a Senior Accountant to support the Controller in GAAP accounting practices and financial reporting in a manufacturing environment. You will prepare financial statements, manage cost and transactional accounting, and help ensure accurate reporting.

The role requires a four-year accounting degree and at least three years in manufacturing accounting, with CPA/CMA/MBA preferred. Opportunities for growth and competitive benefits are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three years of related experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have a thorough understanding of and practical experience in sales tax, transactional accounting, cost accounting, inventories and computerized accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller in senior level accounting practices in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and timeliness ensure financial statements are accurate and complete.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial statements preparation

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Education

Four-year accounting degree

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Job description

Great Northern Chippewa Falls, 421 Palmer Street, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00 AM

WHY GREAT NORTHERN

Great Northern is a leading developer and manufacturer of creative solutions for packaging, shipping, merchandising and distributing products for industrial, commercial and retail markets. Established in 1962 and privately owned, Great Northern has a long history of providing secure, stable and meaningful positions. Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives.

Our Senior Accountant Schedule: Monday through Friday, some flexibility within normal business hours

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision and following established procedures, the Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting and supporting the Controller in senior level accounting practices in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

All job responsibilities are to be performed in strict adherence with the Company’s Mission/Values Statement and in accordance with established standards for external customers as well as internal customers.

Four-year degree in accounting or equivalent experience required, CPA, CMA and/or MBA preferred. Minimum three years of related experience preferably in a manufacturing environment. Must have a thorough understanding of and practical experience in sales tax, transactional accounting, cost accounting, inventories and computerized accounting systems. Must be able to: efficiently and effectively utilize computerized accounting systems and spreadsheet programs; accurately and timely prepare financial statements; organize; exercise good business judgment in making daily operating decisions with the long term best interests of the business in mind; deal effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people and situations; maintain the integrity of highly confidential business information; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; meet deadlines that change frequently; deal effectively with time pressures, stress and change.

Opportunities for Growth You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. Furthermore, you can grow your career with Great Northern through advancement opportunities available at our facilities both locally and nationally.

How We Can Make a Difference

• Near-site Clinic (Accessible to Team Member & Immediate Family Members)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• 401k with Company Match Up to 4%
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program
• $1.50 Hourly Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift https://greatnortherncorp.com/great-northern-chippewa-falls/

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Great Northern Chippewa Falls, 421 Palmer Street, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America