Senior Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Near-site Clinic (including family)

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and DI

401k with company match

Paid PTO and bonuses

Referral bonuses

Health fitness reimbursement

Employee loan program

Job summary

Great Northern, a leader in packaging and distribution, seeks a Senior Accountant to support the Controller in GAAP-based practices. The role requires a four-year accounting degree, three years in manufacturing, and strong skills in cost and transactional accounting.

You will prepare financial statements, manage inventories, and communicate with internal and external customers while upholding company standards and confidentiality. Growth opportunities exist locally and nationally.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three years of related experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Thorough understanding of sales tax, transactional accounting, cost accounting, inventories.
• Ability to utilize computerized accounting systems and spreadsheet programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Controller in senior level accounting practices in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements accurately and on time.
• Manage sales tax, transactional accounting, cost accounting and inventories.
• Operate and maintain computerized accounting systems; exercise good business judgment.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers and stakeholders.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Manufacturing accounting

Financial statement prep

Spreadsheet proficiency

Communication (verbal/written)

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

MBA (preferred)

Job description

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%
• Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program
• https://greatnortherncorp.com/great-northern-chippewa-falls/