Finance Management II

TekWissen ®

Oak Creek (WI)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 73,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TekWissen is seeking a Finance Management II for a 3-month contract in Oak Creek, WI. This role involves preparing accurate financial reports, managing accounts payable, and overseeing fixed asset management. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have 2-5 years of relevant experience in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

2-5 years of similar accounting work experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Practical experience using business systems and electronic workflows.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts and monthly journal entries.
Manage accounts payable and vendor account modifications.
Maintain fixed asset records and ensure timely data processing.

Skills

Accuracy

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

SYSPRO

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $35.00/hr

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Position: Finance Management II

Duration: 3 Months

Location: Oak Creek, WI, 53154

Job Type: Contract

Work Type: Onsite

Shift: 8.00AM-4.30PM

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is a Hightech industrial company engaged in energy, healthcare, and transportation. It operates in five segments: Power, Renewable Energy, Aviation, Healthcare, and Capital. The company offers products and services ranging from aircraft engines, power generation, and oil and gas production equipment to medical imaging, financing, and industrial products.

Job Description:

The Accountant will report to the Controller and will play a key role in ensuring that the business prepares accurate and timely financial reporting and complies with all internal and external polies and regulations.
Key responsibilities include financial close process, fixed asset process management, and accounts payable support.
This role will serve as a procedural and support resource to ensure proper and timely flow of data to the finance department in accordance with company policies, as well as assist with other accounting projects.

Responsibilities

General Accounting – 40% - 50%

Prepare, reconcile and review balance sheet accounts including Cash, Accounts Receivable, Reserve for doubtful accounts, Intercompany accounts, Prepaid Expenses, Fixed Assets, and Accrued Expenses
Prepare monthly journal entries
Prepare domestic and foreign checking account reconciliations
Prepare pertinent information for internal and external auditors in a timely and accurate manner
Act as liaison with other departments to support all locations including but not limited to fixed assets, GL coding or history.
Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
Support credit card processing
Suggest and implement improvements by continuously looking for opportunities of improvement.
Manage effective internal/external relationships within own area of responsibility.
Support SOX compliance
Participate in other integration activities impacting the accounting and controllership function as needed
Support potential ERP implementation

Accounts Payable Support – 35% - 50%

Manage and vett vendor account additions and modifications in ERP accordance to policies & procedures
Assist with Use Tax review and application
Identify opportunities to improve processing time and reduce manual effort
Provide back-up support for other AP functions, such invoice routing and payment processing

Fixed Asset Management – 10% - 15%

Manage and maintain new and existing fixed asset records using Sage software
Process approvals and ensure timely and accurate data for the organization. Complete disposals and provide applicable journal entries for depreciation, COGS and cost.
Maintain system of controls, procedures and forms for recording and management of fixed assets.
Update and maintain accounting procedures for fixed assets.
Suggest and implement process improvements
Issue project numbers and meet with project owners to ensure the CIP account is accurately stated and closed in a timely manner
Provide depreciation of assets as directed by company policy.
Prepare fixed asset reports for internal, audit, and tax purposes.
Manage periodic physical counts of fixed assets
Support the implementation of a capital expenditure request system
Prepare Personal Property tax returns for approval
Maintain leases and prepare monthly lease journal entries utilizing Visual Lease

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Experience

2-5 years of similar accounting work experience, manufacturing industry preferred.
Prior practical experience using business systems, SYSPRO (or similar ERP), Sage (or similar fixed asset), electronic workflow.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Behavioral Attributes

Accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Takes initiative to solve problems and improve processes
Highly developed organizational skills and ability to effectively self-manage tasks.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

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