Entry-Level Accountant: Reconciliations & P&L Analysis

Heartland Business Systems; Little Chute (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Growth opportunities

Community involvement

Personal development

Work life balance

Recognition and awards

Job summary

Heartland Business Systems is seeking an Accountant I to support a range of finance activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, bank transaction monitoring, and financial reporting. You will collaborate with other departments and contribute to process improvements while working under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and a professional demeanor, with opportunities to grow within a value-driven organization that prides itself on core accounting principles

Qualifications

• 0-2 years in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience with Accounting or Finance ERP system reporting and setup.
• Proficient Microsoft Suite Skills (Excel, Outlook and Word).
• Maintain an outcome-focused mindset.
• Strong prioritization skills.
• Team player attitude.
• Professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, ensuring balances are properly supported and documented.
• Generate monthly and quarterly journal entries to support accurate financial reporting.
• Record and monitor bank transactions and perform timely reconciliations.
• Compile, analyze, and review financial statements per GAAP.
• Develop reports such as balance sheets and P&L statements.
• Conduct month-end variance analysis to ensure accuracy of balances.
• Review setup and maintenance of general ledger accounts for proper classification.
• Manage setup and maintenance of vendor records for internal controls and procurement.
• Assist in tracking, recording, and reconciling fixed assets.
• Contribute to evaluation and enhancement of accounting initiatives and workflows.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP reporting experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Prioritization skills

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Heartland Business Systems is seeking an Accountant I to support a range of finance activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, bank transaction monitoring, and financial reporting. You will collaborate with other departments and contribute to process improvements while working under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and a professional demeanor, with opportunities to grow within a value-driven organization that prides itself on core accounting principles